Senior Controls Engineer

About this role

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

The Senior Controls Engineer serves as the technical lead for advanced microgrid control system projects within the Generac Microgrid Controls Team. This role owns projects end‑to‑end—from sales handover through system development, commissioning, and ongoing operational support—while balancing hands‑on technical execution with process improvement and cross‑functional collaboration.

This position plays a critical role in supporting a growing portfolio of microgrid projects, including live customer systems, and requires strong accountability, technical depth, and comfort operating in customer‑facing, high‑pressure environments. In addition to project delivery, the Senior Controls Engineer contributes to team performance by mentoring peers, supporting knowledge sharing, and helping evolve project execution standards and processes. The role can be based anywhere in US or Canada and includes 30-40% travel for on‑site commissioning activities.

Responsibilities • Serve as the technical lead for advanced microgrid control system projects from sales handover through commissioning and ongoing support

• Plan, develop, implement, test, and troubleshoot microgrid control systems to ensure successful project delivery

• Lead on‑site and remote startup and commissioning activities, including development and execution of commissioning test plans

• Provide high‑level technical support for in‑progress projects and operating microgrid systems, including triage and resolution of customer issues

• Partner cross‑functionally with Controls Engineering, Service, Commissioning, and Sales teams to deliver strong customer outcomes

• Balance hands‑on project execution with continuous improvement of project processes, standards, and quality

• Mentor and support team members through technical guidance, knowledge sharing, and collaboration

• Communicate project status, challenges, and progress clearly to internal stakeholders and customers

Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

• 5 + years’ experience with programming Industrial controls, PLC’s, HMI’s and Industrial communication protocols

• Formalized training and/or education in Industrial Automation, Engineering, Computer Science or MIS

Preferred Qualifications • 5 + years’ experience with three-phase AC power system controls and automation

• 5 + years’ experience with controls and automation of generators, energy storage systems, solar PV systems, protective relays, and switchgear

• Thorough understanding of industrial communication protocols, primarily Modbus RTU/TCP and DNP3

• Advanced technical understanding of power control philosophy in voltage-forming and voltage-following applications

• Experience managing technical projects through the full lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, commissioning, close-out, and support

Great Reason s to work for Generac :  

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision,   401k   and many more  

• State-of-the-art   facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free   parking   and many   employee   activities   

• Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to   gather together   and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers  

• Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits ,   many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line ,   while others go right into   storm-affected areas to repair generators  

• Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back.   The company proudly   offers   a Volunteer Time Off program ,   inviting   team members to   participate   in   charitable volunteer opportunities on company time.  

• We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.   

Generac is committed to fair and   equitable   compensation practices .    The salary range for this role based in Fort Collins, Colorado is $ 115,000 USD   - $155,000 USD . This compensation will   ultimately be   in line with the location in which the position is filled .    Final compensation for this role will be   determined   by   various factors   such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills,   certifications   and geographic location .    This role is eligible for variable   compensation   including   short-term   and long-term incentives.   

This position includes a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans; life, long-term disability, flexible spending and health savings accounts,   accrued   paid time off, 8 paid Holidays and 401(k) retirement benefits .”  

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

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