Senior Controls Engineer

HoSt Bio-Energy Systems is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Controls Engineer to support our mission of delivering cutting-edge sustainable energy solutions. Join us in driving a cleaner, greener future while ensuring exceptional service operations for our clients.

Key Details:

• Salary: $120,000 – $140,000
• Location: Our office is located in downtown Vancouver, WA, with flexibility to work in-office, hybrid, or remotely depending on location and business needs.
• Travel: Up to 30% per year to project sites across the U.S., Canada, South America, and Europe, along with regular morning overlap with our team in the Netherlands.
• Benefits: Employer-paid Medical, Vision and Dental; 401k Program with 4% Match; Unlimited Paid Vacation & Sick Leave; Flexible Spending Accounts; Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance; Life and AD&D Insurance; Employee Assistance Program

Why HoSt?:

• Join a company where sustainability is not just a goal, but a fundamental guiding principle embedded in our mission and operations.
•  Play a role in closing the loop on waste, minimizing emissions, and transforming waste products into valuable resources, which is good for business and the planet.
• Enjoy ample personal and professional development opportunities in a dynamic and expanding global market.
• Work with experienced professionals dedicated to making a difference in sustainable energy.

Who We Are: At HoSt Bio-Energy Systems, our commitment to sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are a global leader in providing cutting-edge, environmentally friendly energy solutions that empower businesses and communities to embrace a cleaner, greener future. Our mission is to drive the transition to a low-carbon, circular economy by harnessing the power of renewable resources. We specialize in developing, designing, and constructing state-of-the-art Bio-Energy systems that convert organic waste and biomass into valuable resources, including biogas, green heat, and sustainable electricity. 

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Who You Are: You're an experienced controls engineer who moves fluidly between deep technical work and people leadership — equally comfortable debugging a PLC program and walking a client through automation strategy. You bring structure to complex, multi-system projects: managing scope, risk, and schedule without losing sight of the programming details underneath them. You communicate clearly and confidently with clients, vendors, and internal teams, and you don't wait to be asked before improving a standard or mentoring a colleague. Grounded in a strong understanding of industrial control systems and project execution, you bring sound judgment and follow-through to everything you own.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Controls/Automation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent project-focused work experience.
• 7+ years of experience in controls, automation, or systems integration, with a strong foundation in designing, programming, and implementing industrial control systems, and demonstrated ownership of projects from concept through commissioning.
• In-depth knowledge of PLC and HMI programming (Siemens preferred), SCADA system design and configuration, industrial networking architecture and protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, or similar), and machine safety standards and safety system programming.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with confidence working directly with customers to explain technical concepts and build lasting relationships.
• Valid passport, with ability to travel internationally on occasion.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in the state of residence; position is subject to annual DMV record screening in accordance with insurance and client requirements
• Ability to pass a background check

Preferred:

• 10+ years of controls/automation experience, including significant experience within b