Staff Controls & Automation Engineer
mainspringenergy· On product SW and Sys Engr
About this role
About Mainspring
Mainspring Energy manufactures and delivers fuel-flexible, low-emissions local power solutions that rapidly add new capacity and deliver reliable, affordable, and sustainable electric power. The company began commercial shipments of its Mainspring Linear Generators in 2020 and today has hundreds of megawatts in advanced development and field operations for leading Fortune 500 companies, data centers, and utilities. Mainspring also partners with global energy leaders including AEP, NextEra Energy Resources, Schneider Electric, and more.
The core values that ground our work, guide our decisions, and connect us together:
Pragmatic Optimism
Excellence without Ego
Proactive Collaboration
Job Overview
As a Staff Controls and Automation Engineer, you will be the technical lead for the entire lifecycle of control and execution systems, from initial concept to scalable manufacturing deployment. This involves architecting intelligent manufacturing systems and managing them through feasibility assessments and production.
A key focus is on developing automation solutions that effectively balance demanding deterministic control needs with modern software engineering practices. This includes emphasizing modular design, utilizing version control, conducting code reviews, and enforcing disciplined change management to significantly improve the development, testing, and deployment of control software. While the role is grounded in traditional industrial automation, there is a strong drive for this modernization.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Staff Controls & Automation Engineer role at mainspringenergy?
The listed salary for this Staff Controls & Automation Engineer position at mainspringenergy is USD 146K–185K. This is an Salary role.
Where is the Staff Controls & Automation Engineer position at mainspringenergy located?
This Staff Controls & Automation Engineer role at mainspringenergy is based in Menlo Park, CA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Staff Controls & Automation Engineer role at mainspringenergy full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Salary position. It is posted as a Staff Controls & Automation Engineer role in the On product SW and Sys Engr department at mainspringenergy.
Which team or department does the Staff Controls & Automation Engineer at mainspringenergy belong to?
This Staff Controls & Automation Engineer position is part of the On product SW and Sys Engr department at mainspringenergy. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Staff Controls & Automation Engineer position at mainspringenergy?
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When was the Staff Controls & Automation Engineer job at mainspringenergy posted?
This Staff Controls & Automation Engineer position at mainspringenergy was posted on Apr 15, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Staff Controls & Automation Engineer
mainspringenergy · 💰 USD 146K–185K
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