Control Systems Engineer – Power Generation

We’re a team of friends bound together by a mission to preserve our planet for future generations through innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure. Intersect develops, constructs, and operates the most ambitious power and data center infrastructure in the country by co-locating industrial demand with dedicated gas and renewable power generation.

Intersect was acquired by Google in March 2026 and operates as an independent subsidiary. We are developing and constructing multiple gigawatts of energy and data center projects in the U.S., enabling more data center and generation capacity to come online faster. We’re on an aggressive growth trajectory and looking for people hungry to tackle the largest energy challenges on the planet.

Location & Team Gatherings

Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016.  We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office - we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.

We are currently looking for candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.

About This Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Control Systems Engineer to serve as our internal Subject Matter Expert (SME) for natural gas power plant controls within the Data Center and Fuels organization. In this role, you will define and uphold the overarching control strategy and system architecture across large-scale generation assets, ensuring design intent is carried through execution and commissioning.

You will act as the technical authority across internal stakeholders, EPC firms, and OEMs, guiding the integration of reciprocating engines, gas turbines, and balance-of-plant systems into cohesive, high-performing control environments. This role sits at the intersection of design and execution, ensuring control systems are implemented to meet performance, reliability, and operational requirements in the field.

Success requires deep technical expertise in power generation, a strategic perspective on complex plant and microgrid control architectures, and the ability to lead across multiple large-scale capital projects simultaneously.

Team Overview

This team plays a critical role in advancing Intersect’s mission to accelerate the renewable energy transition by delivering high-performance, utility-scale energy infrastructure. The team partners cross-functionally across development, construction, and operations to design and execute complex energy projects at scale. Joining this team means working at the intersection of technical excellence and real-world impact, contributing to projects that demand precision, collaboration, and innovation.

What You’ll Do

Drive Control System Strategy and Architecture

• Define and own plant-wide control strategies and DCS/SCADA architectures for large-scale power generation assets.

• Establish scalable, resilient system designs that support complex operational profiles and evolving grid requirements.

• Guide development of advanced control logic, including automated load balancing, load shedding, and fast-start sequencing.

Lead Systems Integration

• Oversee integration of OEM control systems, including reciprocating engines and gas turbines, into unified plant and microgrid control environments.

• Ensure seamless communication and coordination between plant subsystems and external grid interfaces.

• Validate system performance against dynamic response and operational requirements.

Oversee EPC and Vendor Execution

• Serve as the primary technical authority for EPC firms, system integrators, and vendors across all control system scopes.

• Review, redline, and approve critical engineering deliverables, including P&IDs, control narratives, cause-and-effect matrices, network architectures, and I/O lists.

• Partner with OEMs to align packaged control systems with site-specific integration and performance expectations.

Drive Project Execution and Cross-Functional Alignment

• Lead control systems engineering across multiple concurrent large-scale capital projects, maintaining alignment with schedule, budget, and quality expectations.

• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, civil, and commissioning teams to ensure cohesive system design and execution.

• Translate complex technical strategies and risks into clear, actionable insights for project leaders and executive stakeholders.

What You’ll Bring

• 15+ years of hands-on experience in control systems engineering within power generation or heavy industrial environments.

• Proven success leading control system design and execution on large-scale capital projects exceeding $1B.

• Deep expertise in natural gas power plant operations, including reciprocating engines, gas turbines, governor systems, and synchronization requirements.

• Strong experience with DCS, PLCs, and OEM-specific control platforms (e.g., Woodward, GE Mark VIe, or similar systems).

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

• Experience working across EPCs, OEMs, and multidisciplinary internal teams to deliver integrated system solutions.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex control strategies for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Ability to navigate multiple projects and priorities, shifting effectively between design, execution, and commissioning phases.

• A forward-thinking mindset that supports integration of conventional generation with battery storage and other emerging technologies.

• A collaborative, decisive approach and ownership mentality that will help you succeed in complex, fast-moving project environments.

Total Rewards

Total Compensation: $188,500 - $205,400 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus in USD)

Equity: Beyond your salary, you’ll receive an Equity Grant, giving you a meaningful stake in our parent company. 

Health & wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision

Time to recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)

Family support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning and family care support through Carrot and Maven

Mental health: Free access to Spring Health, including 5 free therapy and psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+

Perks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup, free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly company-paid credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical

Intersect maintains a work environment free from discrimination, one where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling Intersect's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Intersect does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by and consistent with applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline.