Service Engineer Level 3, Control Systems
Company: MSHS
Job Ref: # 17336
Date Posted: 11/24/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: El Cajon, California
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Service Engineer Level 3, Control Systems
Company: MSHS Pacific Power Group
Location: El Cajon, CA
Compensation: $46.00–$53.00/hour (DOE)
Travel: Up to 50% (Domestic & International)
Job Type: Full-Time
overtime (up to 600 hours annually); must possess or be eligible to obtain avalid Passport and TWIC card
This role is being recruited in partnership with Orion Talent through the BlueForge Alliance Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) program, a nationwide initiative supporting workforce growth across the U.S. defense and maritime industrial base.
- Perform advanced diagnostics and fault finding in mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
- Install and commission control systems, actuators, and automation packages.
- Interpret and develop electrical and hydraulic schematics and control diagrams.
- Provide expert technical support and product recommendations to customers and internal teams.
- Train junior engineers and technicians in the field and during in-house sessions.
- Lead in-house system testing and support control system builds.
- Serve as a key support resource for technical applications and customer processes.
- documentation.
- Travel domestically and internationally for service assignments—up to 50%.
- Be willing for frequent overtime, including nights or weekends as needed.
- Education & Experience: Trade school degree with 5+ years of relevant industry experience, OR, 8+ years of relevant work in power generation or industrial automation in lieu of formal education
- Technical Knowledge:
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
- In-depth knowledge of power generation and industrial control systems.
- Familiarity with:
- Woodward controls (EGCP, GCP, MFR, easYgen,
LS-4/LS-5, DSLC/MSLC) - AVRs: Basler DECS, ABB Unitrol
- PLC Programming: Woodward GAP, GE Fanuc
- HMI/SCADA: AStudio, iFIX, Citect, Wonderware,
RSView - Digital networks and communication protocols.
- Skills:
- Excellent
written and verbal communication (English required; Spanish a plus). - Ability to work under minimal supervision in dynamic environments.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC card for secure facility access.
- Prior military experience is a major plus.
Work Environment & Physical Demand
- Ability tolift up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable standing, kneeling, stooping, or working in confined spaces for extended
periods - Willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Competitive hourly pay ($46.00–$53.00/hour DOE).
- Training & Career Development Opportunities
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Life and Disability Insurance


























