Controls Engineer, Distributed Control System (DCS), Entry Level

NAES Corporation • McKittrick, California, United States • Posted June 12, 2026

Location McKittrick, California

Job Type Full Time

Category Engineers

Posted June 12, 2026

La Paloma Power Facility is located approximately 40 miles west of Bakersfield in McKittrick, California, and operates as a 1,022 MW natural gas-fired combined cycle power plant. Utilizing ABB GT24 combustion turbines, ABB HRSGs, and an ABB VAX 16 steam turbine, the facility delivers efficient and reliable power generation. Its strategic location and proven technology support a dependable electricity supply while maintaining compliance with stringent environmental regulations.
Opportunity Summary 

The Entry-Level Controls Engineer, Distributed Control System (DCS), supports the maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of the control and automation systems that support the safe and efficient operation of La Paloma Power Facility. This includes the plant's DCS, turbine control systems, PLCs, industrial networks, CEMS, and related automation infrastructure.

Working under the guidance of the Maintenance Manager, this position supports control...

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