Control Systems Project Engineer 1

Thermo Systems LLC.; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Annual bonuses

Competitive salary

Health care packages

Tuition reimbursement

Free lunches

Job summary

Thermo Systems LLC. is seeking a Lead Control Systems Engineer in Virginia. The ideal candidate will manage complex control system projects and provide engineering support across various tasks.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, with at least 4 years of experience in the industry. Responsibilities include customer communication, project leadership, and delivering exceptional engineering services.

The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Typically 4+ years total experience in control systems.
• At least 2+ years as Lead Control Systems Engineer.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist with control systems start-up and commissioning.
• Communicate effectively with customers.
• Deliver detailed feedback on project assignments.

Skills

Building relationships with customers

Initiative in seeking out new responsibilities

Anticipating project issues

Efficient resource usage

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Human-Machine Interface (HMI)

Job description

Job Details

Location: Reston, VA; Fort Washington, PA; East Windsor, NJ.

Compensation: $93,000 - $126,000 annually plus bonus eligibility.

Term: Full Time, Direct Hire.

Job Summary

Works on a variety of control system projects. Leads individual project related tasks and/or complicated large-scale projects in their entirety. Provides engineering support on projects/tasks that are led by others. Assumes ultimate responsibility for the assigned projects/tasks. Takes direction and seeks guidance from assigned project leads, the supervisors, and company leadership.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or other pertinent curriculum combined with relevant technical experience.
• Typically 4+ years total experience.
• Proven track record: 2+ years as Lead Control Systems Engineer or equivalent.

Duties & Responsibilities

Technical Responsibilities

• Completely self-sufficient in the field.
• Lead and assist with start-up and commissioning of control systems.
• Lead and perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Experienced in reading and interpreting piping & instrumentation diagrams and wiring diagrams, providing feedback regarding field conditions versus drawings.
• Experienced with Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) applications.
• Demonstrates deep understanding of the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
• Provide review of standard documents generated by others for technical, grammatical, and aesthetic content.
• Firm understanding of complex control system design.
• Provide instrumentation specifications for complex control systems.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of Information Technology (IT) system, network infrastructure, and computer system design as it relates to control system integration.

Customer Service

• Communicate in an effective, positive, and proactive manner with customers.
• Follow customer-specific site standards and procedures.
• Always conduct business in a professional manner.
• Provide excellent customer care and support.
• Be patient, attentive, and responsive to customers in solving their problems.
• Always follow up and honor commitments with customers.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the customer needs and actively seek to service those needs.

Project Responsibilities

• Complete assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and under budget.
• Understand the scope of work assigned, identify when issues arise that are beyond that scope, and communicate those issues to the assigned project lead.
• Lead individual project related tasks and/or small to mid-sized projects in their entirety.
• Take on the role of the customer’s main contact on projects assigned for lead.
• Communicate in an effective, positive, and proactive manner with customers and trade partners.
• Anticipate possible issues that may arise during a project and proactively plan solutions.
• Seek opportunities for new work with customers and contractors.
• Deliver detailed feedback on project and task assignments.
• Demonstrate an understanding of project contracts and specifications.
• Identify and manage risks.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Where applicable, directs and oversees junior or subordinate staff members regarding construction, operations, and/or maintenance tasks and assignments at a project site.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Builds relationships with customers.
• Shows initiative by seeking out new responsibilities.
• Anticipates possible issues that may arise during a project.
• Uses resources efficiently to complete project tasks.
• Actively works to promote a positive/collaborative team culture.
• Overnight travel may be required up to 50%.

On Call

• On-call rotation participation may be required based on location and client needs.

Work Authorization / Other Requirements

• Proof of eligibility to work in the country where the position is located is required.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Fit for duty at all times.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, annual bonuses, 401(k) with company match, and business travel reimbursement.
• Full-time employees receive multiple healthcare packages, including low-cost options.
• Casual dress; every day is "Casual Friday".
• In-house and factory technical training.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Free lunches, regular team bonding and office events, and company swag.

Thermo Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.