Control Systems Project Engineer I

Thermo Systems; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonuses

401(k) with company match

Low-cost healthcare options

Tuition reimbursement

Free lunches

Casual dress policy

Regular team bonding activities

Job summary

Thermo Systems is seeking a Lead Control Systems Engineer to manage a variety of control system projects in Reston, Virginia. The role involves leading individual project tasks and providing engineering support, ensuring projects are completed accurately and efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in a relevant field, with at least 4 years of experience and proven leadership skills. Benefits include competitive salary, annual bonuses, and comprehensive healthcare packages.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in control systems engineering.
• 2+ years as Lead Control Systems Engineer or equivalent role.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Lead startup and commissioning of control systems.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Provide project status updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical Expertise

Problem Solving

Education

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

Job description

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 And Experience

• Bachelor of Science; 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 And 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. Able to provide 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 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.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the customer needs and actively seeks to service those needs.

Project Responsibilities

• Complete assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and under budget.
• Understand the scope of work assigned to you, 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 those projects that the employee is assigned to 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.
• Ability to 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 And Abilities

• Is decisive in decision making.
• 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.

Travel Required

• 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.

Culture

• Seeking new and additional business through project change orders, additional services to existing customers, and referrals for new customers/projects. Drive financial success.
• Be a good teammate, support your colleagues, promote a positive atmosphere for those around you. Drive employee success.
• Go the extra mile for your customer, take ownership of their needs, over communicate. Drive customer success.
• Foster an environment of integrity, trust, collaboration, professionalism, serving one another, leading by example, and assuming good intent each and every day.

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary, annual bonuses, 401(k) with company match, and business travel reimbursement.
• Benefits: Full-time employees multiple healthcare packages, including low‑cost options.
• Casual Dress: Every day is "Casual Friday"; want you to be comfortable when you come to work.
• Training: In-house and factory technical training to keep staff sharp.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Encourage academic advancement and professional credentialing.
• Vacation/Sick Time: Believe work-life balance is essential.
• Culture & Extras: Provide free lunches, regular team bonding & fun office events, and plenty of 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.