Control System Architect
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Rolls-Royce is hiring a Control System Architect. Pioneer the next generation of innovation at Rolls‑Royce, developing high‑level expertise in an international environment. The role leads design, configuration, implementation and support of complex customized control platforms for diesel and gas gensets, energy storage and other power products within the RRSA portfolio.
Key focus areas include Coordinate development of control system architectures and configurations to meet client objectives, Serve as technical expert for specification, design, test script authoring and validation, and Act as subject matter expert for maintenance and troubleshooting of control systems.
Important skills include SEP2, DNP3, and SunSpec Modbus. Preferred (not required): MS Office 365, SAP, JDE, and SEL AcSELerator.
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Title: Control Systems Architect
Pioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you'll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance.
Position Summary:
This position is a technical expert leading the design, configuration, implementation, and support of complex customized control platforms for combinations of diesel genset, gas genset, energy storage systems, and other power products within the RRSA portfolio. The position requires high levels of client interactions, coordination with product R&D, and custom engineering teams within Augsburg, Liege, Friedrichshafen, and Mankato developing controls solutions driven by market demand.
Key Accountabilities:
Coordinate development of control system architectures and configurations which meet client objectives on paralleled power system projects, while leveraging products within the RRSA portfolio.
Serve as the technical expert for formal specification, design, authoring of test scripts, and validation of design. Act as the Subject Matter Expert for coordinating maintenance and/or troubleshooting of control systems for complex power generation solutions. This includes supporting Sales, Research & Development, Production, After-sales/Service, and ongoing dialogue with various client types (such as hyperscale datacenter customers) on a global scale.
Serve as the control systems technical leader for Project Specific Business - Diesel, Gas, & Kinetic Power Packs to align global strategies on client platforms which already have, or will have, identical/ similar installations globally.
Complete work according to standard engineering principles and practices.
Follow the ERP procedures per the company's quality system.
Follow applicable HSE procedures and work instructions associated with facility or project mandates.
Promote a compliance culture in areas of responsibility and live the letter & spirit of the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct.
Perform special projects and other related duties as assigned. as required.
Basic Requirements:
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Automotive Engineering and 7 years of control system design and engineering experience.
Experience paralleling generator sets via electronic controls
Knowledge of SEP2, DNP3, or SunSpec Modbus communications protocols.
Ability and willingness to travel for business trips (30%).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience programming ancillary equipment for industrial application - such as cooling modules, chillers, fans, etc...
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, line diagrams, ladder diagrams, point to point diagrams and shop drawings.
Strong Computer Skills: MS Office 365, ERP systems (SAP or JDE)
Service/or Test experience
Genset control software experience
SEL AcSELerator software experience
B&R Automation Studio experience
Knowledge of power generation and distribution systems; including, grid interconnection requirements and controls for island and microgrid solutions.
Excellent analytical abilities and creative problem-solving skills to quickly gather facts and draw conclusions when situations are extremely complex.
Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.
At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.
Job Category
Software Systems
Job Posting Date
04 Aug 2026; 00:08
Pay Range
$114,400 - $185,900-Annually
Location:
Mankato, MN
Benefits
Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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Minimum Education Required
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Minimum Experience Required
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Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Compensation
$114,400.00 - $185,900.00 / Annually
Postal Code
56003
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
51627
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