The APEX Power Co. Project in Hubbard, TX, currently under Phase 1 construction, is expected to expand to 1.6 GW. It features a diverse mix of generation technologies, including Siemens SGT-800/400 simple cycle turbines, MAN/Everllence 18V51/60G gas reciprocating engines, GE LM6000/LM2500 simple cycle turbines, Pratt & Whitney FT8 simple cycle turbines, and a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), enabling flexible, reliable power output. Future expansion may include additional GE aero and large frame units (6B, 7FA/7FB/7H) in simple or combined cycle configurations, allowing the plant to efficiently meet varying energy demands while supporting data center grid reliability.
Opportunity Summary
As Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls (EI&C) Supervisor at the APEX Power Co. Project, you will lead and mentor EI&C Technicians while overseeing the installation, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation, control devices, motors, drives, and electrical systems across turbines, engines, and BESS units. During the pre-commissioning phase, you will ensure control systems are verified, critical materials and high-value components are staged and ready, and technicians are trained and supported to safely execute functional testing and system start-ups. In ongoing operations, you will optimize PLC, DCS, SCADA, and BESS performance, coordinate with engineering and operations teams, and maintain a proactive safety and compliance culture across all EI&C activities.
As EI&C Supervisor, your responsibilities specific to the Pre-Commissioning Phase include the following functions:
- Participate in initial training and become fully familiar with plant systems, SCADA/DCS controls, turbines, engines, BESS, instrumentation, and safety procedures.
- Verify alarms, interlocks, signal logic, and instrumentation calibration, ensuring all control systems are ready for functional and startup testing.
- Stage, inspect, and prepare construction and commissioning materials, spare parts, and high-value components for installation and system testing.
- Support commissioning engineers, technical teams, and third-party contractors during cold/hot tests, system startups, functional checks, and early control system optimization.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and environmental conditions for sensitive electronics, PLCs, control panels, and critical components to maintain operational readiness.
- Accurately document test results, observations, and equipment status while training and guiding technicians to ensure readiness, safety, and traceability during pre-commissioning.
Your scope of responsibility as EI&C Supervisor includes the following primary functions:
- Directly supervise EI&C Technicians, providing guidance, assigning daily tasks, and prioritizing workloads to ensure efficient operations.
- Lead and oversee installation, calibration, and preventive maintenance of instrumentation, control devices, motors, drives, and electrical systems across turbines, engines, and BESS.
- Provide technical direction and hands-on support for corrective, predictive, and emergency maintenance on medium- and high-voltage electrical systems.
- Monitor and optimize PLC, DCS, SCADA, and BESS system performance, troubleshooting faults and coordinating programming adjustments with engineering teams.
- Ensure operational reliability of all control and electrical systems under varying plant conditions, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
- Coordinate EI&C work schedules with Operations, Mechanical, and Engineering to minimize downtime and prevent conflicts between teams.
- Supervise safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous or regulated materials, including batteries, inverters, transformers, and instrumentation waste.
- Maintain accountability for EI&C tools, test equipment, and specialized instruments, ensuring proper storage, calibration, and readiness for technicians.
- Review and maintain accurate maintenance logs, calibration records, work histories, and control system updates to support operational readiness.
- Foster a proactive safety culture by coaching technicians, conducting daily hazard assessments, and enforcing compliance with plant safety protocols.
- Provide technical mentorship and on-the-job training to EI&C Technicians, ensuring proficiency in troubleshooting, preventive and corrective maintenance, and system operations.
- Stage, track, and ensure readiness of critical parts, materials, and high-value components to support technician workflows for maintenance and operational tasks.
- Conduct performance monitoring and optimization of turbines, engines, and BESS units, guiding technicians on adjustments to maximize efficiency and reliability.
- Provide real-time technical oversight and guidance to contractors or vendors performing EI&C work during outages, maintenance projects, or pre-commissioning activities.
- Lead EI&C response during plant emergencies, directing technicians to safely shut down, isolate, and restore control and electrical systems.
Perform other duties as assigned to support safe, reliable, and compliant plant operations.
NAES Safe
Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. All NAES managers and supervisors have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a healthy and safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each Supervisor’s performance.
Working Relationships
The EI&C Supervisor reports to the Maintenance Manager and takes general direction from other plant management. Additionally, this position supervises EI&C Technicians, coordinating with contractors and OEM personnel to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient execution of all instrumentation, control, and electrical work.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.
Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.
Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.
Fitness for Duty
All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.
Work Schedule
The EI&C Supervisor works a standard Monday to Friday day-shift schedule, ensuring consistent plant operation and support during regular business hours. This position will also occasionally necessitate extended working hours and flexible shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays, in response to schedules, workload demands, and plant conditions. Periodic callouts or “On call” status will also be required.
Compensation
This position offers an annual base salary ranging from $120,000 to $150,000 and includes eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
Core Qualifications and Skills
We are seeking a qualified Supervisor with advanced technical experience in power generation operations and maintenance. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership capability, a commitment to safety excellence, and a proven ability to guide teams, coordinate complex maintenance activities, and support reliable plant performance.
- An Associate degree in Plant Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Process Technology, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent technical training in industrial maintenance or instrumentation and control is beneficial but not required. Relevant industry or military experience may also be considered.
- Proven leadership experience in power generation or heavy industrial environments, with hands-on knowledge of plant operations, safety standards, and performance requirements for critical equipment is required.
- Advanced expertise in supervising maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of medium- and high-voltage electrical systems, including switchgear, motors, transformers, control centers, batteries, inverters, and generator excitation equipment.
- In-depth understanding of instrumentation systems in combined-cycle, simple-cycle, and reciprocating engine facilities, including combustion turbines, HRSGs, steam turbines, and associated control systems such as burner management, combustion, boiler, and turbine controls.
- Strong knowledge of burner management systems, combustion control processes, and boiler operations, with the ability to lead technicians in safe and efficient system management.
- Demonstrated skill in managing turbine, engine, and BESS start-ups and shutdowns, optimizing performance, troubleshooting PLC systems, implementing logic modifications, and adjusting controls to maintain peak reliability.
- Experienced in planning, supervising, and reviewing routine inspections and preventive maintenance of EI&C equipment to ensure operational reliability, regulatory compliance, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Proven ability to manage EI&C teams, coordinate contractors and vendors, prioritize work, allocate resources efficiently, and ensure high-quality execution supporting continuous plant operations.
- Strong written and verbal communication, analytical, and mathematical skills, with the ability to interpret technical data, develop actionable recommendations, and effectively present findings to plant leadership.
- Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.
About NAES
NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have built a reputation as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Our growing family of companies allows us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.
NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prioritize selecting employees based on merit and competence, seeking individuals of the highest quality, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state, and federal law.
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We are seeking a qualified Supervisor with advanced technical experience in power generation operations and maintenance. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership capability, a commitment to safety excellence, and a proven ability to guide teams, coordinate complex maintenance activities, and support reliable plant performance.
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An Associate degree in Plant Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Process Technology, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent technical training in industrial maintenance or instrumentation and control is beneficial but not required. Relevant industry or military experience may also be considered.
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Proven leadership experience in power generation or heavy industrial environments, with hands-on knowledge of plant operations, safety standards, and performance requirements for critical equipment is required.
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Advanced expertise in supervising maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of medium- and high-voltage electrical systems, including switchgear, motors, transformers, control centers, batteries, inverters, and generator excitation equipment.
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In-depth understanding of instrumentation systems in combined-cycle, simple-cycle, and reciprocating engine facilities, including combustion turbines, HRSGs, steam turbines, and associated control systems such as burner management, combustion, boiler, and turbine controls.
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Strong knowledge of burner management systems, combustion control processes, and boiler operations, with the ability to lead technicians in safe and efficient system management.
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Demonstrated skill in managing turbine, engine, and BESS start-ups and shutdowns, optimizing performance, troubleshooting PLC systems, implementing logic modifications, and adjusting controls to maintain peak reliability.
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Experienced in planning, supervising, and reviewing routine inspections and preventive maintenance of EI&C equipment to ensure operational reliability, regulatory compliance, and adherence to safety protocols.
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Proven ability to manage EI&C teams, coordinate contractors and vendors, prioritize work, allocate resources efficiently, and ensure high-quality execution supporting continuous plant operations.
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Strong written and verbal communication, analytical, and mathematical skills, with the ability to interpret technical data, develop actionable recommendations, and effectively present findings to plant leadership.
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Associates or better in Electrical Engineering or related field
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Management
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Leadership
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IC&E - Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical
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NERC Reliability Standards Compliance
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PLC - Programmable Logic Controller
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CMMS - Computerized Maintenance Mgmt System
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DCS - Distributed Control System
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SCADA - Supervisory Control/Data Acquisition
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Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
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Verbal and Written Communications
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Safety Program Development and Maintenance
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Safety Policies and Procedures Management
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Safety & Compliance Standards (OSHA/NFPA/EPA)
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Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
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Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
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Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
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Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
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