Hawaiian Electric is seeking a Control Engineer to join our Operational Technology Division. In this supportive role, you will help maintain and improve power generation control systems and operational technology (OT) networks under the guidance of Senior Control Engineers.
What You'll Do
- Assist in maintaining application software, graphic displays, and databases for generation control systems
- Support engineers and technicians in troubleshooting instrumentation and control system hardware issues
- Participate in installation, configuration, and maintenance of network and telecommunication systems under supervision
- Help perform routine, preventive, and predictive maintenance of OT systems
- Support the implementation and documentation of cybersecurity functions and controls as directed
- Assist in hardware, operating system, and software updates and configurations
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including system configurations, change logs, and maintenance records
- Learn and apply safe work practices, company policies, and procedures related to generation operations
- Participate in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response
What We're Looking For
- College degree in computer or electrical engineering, computer science or equivalent combination of education or experience
- Strong interest in automation, process control, and system design
- Basic understanding of control theory, network fundamentals, and system integration
- Basic knowledge of network architecture and computerized information systems used in industrial environments
- Familiarity with industrial control systems
- Understanding of OT security principles
- Communication skills, both written and verbal, across all organizational levels
- Ability to analyze technical information and interpret procedures, technical standards, and manuals
- Good organizational and analytical skills; detail-oriented and adaptable to changing priorities
- Demonstrated initiative and motivation to learn new systems and technologies independently
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with engineers, technicians, and operators
- Must have or be able to qualify for State of Hawaii driver’s license to drive to various company facilities
- Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed, to support 24/7 operations
Nice to Have
- Internship or limited work experience in control systems or operational technology
Team & Environment
You will join the P ER POWER SUPPLY CONTROLS Department within the P OPERATIONAL TECHNOLOGY Division, reporting to Senior Control Engineers. Our team is committed to foundational values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in Hawaii.
Hawaiian Electric is an equal opportunity employer.
