Senior Control & Protection Engineer – Generators

About the role

As a Senior Control and Protection Engineer you will ensure reliable and safe operation of generator control systems and rotating machinery at customer sites. You act as the technical bridge between customers and internal teams, delivering high‑quality service for a range of power generation products.

Key responsibilities

• Install, service, modify and troubleshoot generator control and protection systems in accordance with OEM standards.
• Lead and supervise technical teams during installation, maintenance and system modification activities.
• Interpret P&IDs and control schematics, perform root‑cause analysis and resolve complex technical issues.
• Communicate project progress, prepare technical reports, recommend spare parts and identify service opportunities.
• Maintain the highest EHS and zero‑harm standards while traveling extensively to customer sites.

Required profile

• 5‑7 years of experience in generator overhaul, installation and equipment supervision.
• High School/GED diploma or engineering degree.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and portal‑based systems for time reporting, expense management and service documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and commercial awareness.
• Willingness to travel up to 80% domestically and internationally, with a valid driver’s license; English fluency preferred.

Required skills

• Generator control systems
• Protection systems
• P&ID interpretation
• Root‑cause analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Portal‑based time/expense reporting