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As both a technology innovator and project developer, Quaise builds and operates solutions that harness superhot geothermal energy far below the surface, enabling power generation that can rival the output of today’s most efficient fossil fuel and nuclear plants. Leveraging millimeter wave drilling, developed after more than a decade of research at MIT, Quaise’s mission is to make superhot geothermal a backbone of the modern energy system, offering affordable, zero-carbon power and true energy independence for communities and nations everywhere. \nThe Senior Controls Engineer will be responsible for control and instrumentation design, software development, solving electro-mechanical engineering challenges, and system integration for cutting-edge drilling technology. In this role you will work as an individual contributor on a team that is responsible for all work related to instrumentation, automation, and controls that will be used in the testing, development, and field deployment of a new direct energy drilling technology.\nAs a critical member of the team, you will be responsible for developing, building, and testing both software and hardware in a fast-paced environment to accelerate the technology’s path to market. A primary focus of this role will be the development and maintenance of control software, ensuring seamless system integration and performance. This position supports specialization in areas such as distributed control architectures, high-power and high-voltage interlock systems, process and flow control, real-time data acquisition, HMI design, automation safety, or system diagnostics.\nAdditional responsibilities include maintaining a positive corporate culture, promoting a safe and creative work environment, supporting opportunities for external collaborations, and other activities designed to improve Quaise.\nLocation & Work Arrangement: This position is based 100% onsite in Houston, TX.\nEssential functions (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.)\nLead the architecture, development, and integration of complex control and instrumentation systems for prototype and field-deployed drilling platforms.\nDevelop, maintain, and review PLC-based control software for multi-energy-source systems and automated drilling operations. PLC platforms include WAGO and Siemens.\nEvaluate, select, integrate, and troubleshoot commercially available components used for process monitoring and control such as hydraulic pumps, electric motors, VFDs, flow switches, relays, solenoid valves, IR sensors, flow meters, temperature and pressure transducers, pressure switches, etc.\nWork with internal stakeholders to develop specifications and requirements for control related software features and hardware subsystems\nDesign and implement robust interlock, safety, and fault-detection systems for high-power and high-voltage equipment, including gyrotrons and associated power supplies.\nDesign and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, I/O lists, and control panel layouts to support fabrication, testing, and troubleshooting.\nLead commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of integrated control systems in lab and field environments.\nDefine and review test plans, validation procedures, and acceptance criteria for control system functionality and reliability.\nAnalyze system behavior, diagnose complex faults, and drive corrective actions through software and hardware improvements.\nSupport supplier engagement, component specification, and technical evaluation of vendor solutions.\nPrepare and review technical documentation including software architecture descriptions, control narratives, test reports, and user documentation.\nPerform other related duties as assigned.\nCompetencies\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues and develop practical solutions.\nCommitment to delivering quality results with a meticulous and conscientious approach to their responsibilities. This includes accountability for the outcomes of their tasks and showing dedication to continuous improvement and excellence in their role.\nPractical engineering mindset focused on safety, reliability, maintainability, and operational robustness.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\nExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail.\nProficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.\nProficient with Microsoft Project or other project planning software.\nAbility to interact well with customers and co-workers, in the field and the office.\nSupervisory responsibilities\nThis role does not include formal people-management responsibilities.\nEducation and Experience\nBachelor’s degree required or Master’s degree preferred in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.\n5+ years of progressive experience in controls, automation, or instrumentation roles.\nExperience working in both laboratory research and industrial or field environments.\nExtensive experience with PLC, DAQ systems, and instrumentation hardware selection.\nExperience designing human machine interfaces.\nHands-on development, wiring, soldering, building enclosures, and troubleshooting equipment experience.\nSystem integration experience (software, electrical, mechanical, and network).\nExperience creating and reviewing electrical schematics, wire lists, and control documentation for manufacturing and support.\nExperience with electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, network analyzers.\nOne or more LabVIEW certifications (CLA, CLD, CLED) preferred.\n Physical requirements\nThe employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, as well as use hands to feel, reach, grasp, handle, or operate objects, tools and/or controls.\nThe employee must be able to lift, push, pull, transfer, or move items up 20 pounds at times for departmental needs.\nAbility to move from one worksite to another or light travel to various job sites and locations to complete tasks.\nThe vision requirement includes reviewing written and electronic materials in digital and physical format, work with small electrical components, read schematics, and use a variety of test equipment.\nOther duties\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. 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