Job location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Company Name: MSHS
Work Schedule:
Work Schedule
Work arrangement: Onsite
Compensation Minimum: US$35
Compensation Maximum: US$47
Date Published: Nov 21, 2025
Job ID: 3401037
Industry: Engineering
Specialty: Defense
Service Engineer Level 3, Control Systems
Company: MSHS Pacific Power Group
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Compensation: $35.00–$47.00/hour
(DOE)
Travel: Up to 50% (Domestic &
International)
Job Type: Full-Time
Additional Requirements: Frequent
overtime (up to 600 hours annually); must possess or be eligible to obtain a
valid Passport and TWIC card
About the Role
MSHS
Pacific Power Group is looking for a skilled and motivated Senior Field
Service Engineer – Controls & Automation to join our team in Fort
Lauderdale, FL. This position requires technical expertise in control
systems, field service, and automation—ideal for individuals with a strong
mechanical/electrical background. Candidates with military experience
are highly encouraged to apply.
This role is being recruited in partnership with Orion Talent through the
BlueForge Alliance Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) program, a nationwide
initiative supporting workforce growth across the U.S. defense and maritime
industrial base.
About the MIB Partnership (Orion Talent
& BlueForge Alliance)
This
opportunity is part of the Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) program, a
collaboration between Orion Talent and BlueForge Alliance to help strengthen
the U.S. maritime and defense industrial base by connecting top
talent—especially skilled technicians and veterans—to critical roles with
employers like MSHS Pacific Power Group. Candidates with prior military,
maritime, or heavy industrial experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform advanced diagnostics and fault finding in
mechanical, electrical, and automation systems. - Install and commission control systems, actuators, and
automation packages. - Interpret and develop electrical and hydraulic
schematics and control diagrams. - Provide expert technical support and product
recommendations to customers and internal teams. - Train junior engineers and technicians in the field and
during in-house sessions. - Lead in-house system testing and support control system
builds. - Serve as a key support resource for technical
applications and customer processes. - Prepare accurate and timely service reports and
documentation. - Travel domestically and internationally for service
assignments—up to 50%. - Be willing for frequent overtime, including
nights or weekends as needed.
Education, Required Knowledge, & Skills
· Education & Experience: Trade
school degree with 5+ years of relevant industry experience, OR, 8+ years of
relevant work in power generation or industrial automation in lieu of formal
education
· Technical Knowledge:
o Strong
mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
o In-depth
knowledge of power generation and industrial control systems.
o Familiarity
with:
o Woodward controls (EGCP, GCP, MFR, easYgen,
LS-4/LS-5, DSLC/MSLC).
o AVRs: Basler DECS, ABB Unitrol.
o PLC Programming: Woodward GAP, GE Fanuc.
o HMI/SCADA: AStudio, iFIX, Citect, Wonderware,
RSView.
o Digital
networks and communication protocols.
· Skills:
o Strong
analytical and problem-solving abilities.
o Excellent
written and verbal communication (English required; Spanish a plus).
o Ability
to work under minimal supervision in dynamic environments.
o Proficient
with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
o Must
possess or be able to obtain a TWIC card for secure facility access.
o Prior
military experience is a major plus.
· Work Environment & Physical Demands
o Ability to
lift up to 50 lbs.
o Comfortable
standing, kneeling, stooping, or working in confined spaces for extended
periods.
o Willing to
work outdoors in various weather conditions.
What MSHS Offers
· Competitive hourly pay ($35.00–$47.00/hour DOE).
· Training & Career Development Opportunities
· Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
· Benefits
o Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
o 401(k) with Company Match
o Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
o Life and Disability Insurance
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