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Senior Staff Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Crusoe· Power Infrastructure
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Denver, CO - US$190k - $215k + bonusFull-timePosted 4w ago

About the role

Senior-level role leading end-to-end I&C vendor oversight for Crusoe’s power generation programs, owning design through operational handoff and driving safety, reliability, and performance of plant control systems.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level expertise, strategic direction and technical support for design and operation of power generation plant control systems.
  • Oversee Owner's Engineer oversight of systems integrator work, coordinating with electrical and mechanical teams for seamless integration.
  • Oversee installation of control systems ensuring adherence to design specifications and industry standards.
  • Coordinate and conduct FAT and SAT, oversee testing to verify safe operation.
  • Lead commissioning, troubleshoot startup issues, and support initial operations.
  • Provide operational technical support during early operation phase.
  • Oversee training of operations staff and development of documentation, procedures, and training materials.
  • Ensure safety standards and regulatory compliance across control systems.
  • Enforce fail-safe and redundancy design requirements across vendor deliverables.
  • Drive continuous improvement by upholding Crusoe Instrumentation & Controls standards.
  • Participate in project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation for control systems tasks.
  • Stay updated on new control system technologies and power generation advancements.
  • Mentor junior I&C engineers and develop vendor-oversight capabilities.
  • Lead creation of engineering design, construction, and commissioning standards for vendors.
  • Oversee end-to-end I&C vendor oversight for multi-system programs and align vendor scopes into a coherent architecture.
  • Resolve cross-vendor design conflicts independently without escalation.
  • Review vendor deliverables for engineering adequacy and challenge non-conformances.
  • Maintain awareness of ISA standards (ISA-5.1, ISA-18.2) and ensure alignment with latest guidance.
  • Provide technical judgment on complex I&C challenges and operate effectively in novel environments.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls/Automation Engineering, or related field (required).
  • 20+ years of experience in control systems, electrical power management, or closely related field.
  • Power Plant DCS or PLC-based control systems experience.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical systems, PLCs, and industrial controls.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) licensure desired but not required (role is Owner’s Engineer; Engineer of Record responsibility sits with EPC firm).
  • Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Data-driven mindset for continuous improvement of system performance.
  • ISA standards awareness and ability to apply latest guidance.
  • Experience building and maintaining vendor and commissioning agent relationships; influence on scheduling and procurement decisions.
  • Champion AI-enabled tools and new operational methods.

Skills

Required:Instrumentation & Controls (I&C)DCS/PLC-based Control SystemsVendor OversightProject Planning & Resource AllocationISA Standards (e.g., ISA-5.1, ISA-18.2)Communication
Nice to have:Mentorship

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and equity packages
  • Restricted Stock Units
  • Paid time off, holidays & leave of absence
  • Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
  • Employer contributions to HSA
  • Paid parental leave
  • Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
  • Professional development & tuition reimbursement
  • Mental health & wellness support
  • Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
  • Cell phone stipend
  • 401(k) with company match up to 4%
  • Volunteer time off
  • Global travel insurance & emergency assistance
  • Daily meals allowance
  • Location-specific perks
Last updated Sep 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Crusoe

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