Control Systems Project Engineer I

Thermo Systems LLC; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

401k match

Business travel reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation/Sick time

Casual dress

Training

Job summary

Thermo Systems seeks a skilled Lead Control Systems Engineer to manage multi-project control system initiatives, lead start-up and FAT activities, and provide engineering support across teams. You will interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams, specify instrumentation, and drive IT/network readiness for integration.

The role requires proven leadership, deep QMS understanding, and dedication to on-site project execution with periodic travel. Excellent collaboration with clients is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field with relevant experience.
• Typically 4 years total experience.
• 2 years as Lead Control Systems Engineer or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform FAT and startup/commissioning of control systems.
• Read and interpret P&IDs and wiring diagrams; provide field feedback.
• Specify instrumentation for complex control systems and ensure IT/network readiness for control system integration.
• Identify and manage project risks and ensure scope adherence.
• Represent the customer as the main contact on assigned projects and coordinate trades.

Skills

Decisive decisions

Team leadership

Customer relations

Project coordination

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

HMI

PLC

FAT testing

Job description

Who We Are

Thermo Systems is a global full service control systems integration partner delivering world class automation solutions in the District Energy Life Sciences and Mission Critical markets Our diverse leadership and dedicated engineering team are committed to excellence and consistent growth Our unique company culture known as The Thermo Way strengthens our team by fostering an environment where all members perform their best Our commitment to being unified dynamic and delivering excellence is evident in how we build trusting relationships through connection and camaraderie ability to adapt and focus on integrity and success These values guide our daily operations and interactions setting the standard for our teams behavior As we continue to grow and evolve The Thermo Way supports our goals of becoming a world class organization ensuring employee success customer success and financial strength

Job Summary

Works on a variety of control system projects Leads individual project related tasks andor complicated large scale projects intheir entirety Provides engineering support on projectstasks that are led by others Assumes ultimate responsibility for the assignedprojectstasks

Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science; Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Computer Science or other pertinent curriculum combined withrelevant technical experienceTypically 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 fieldLead and assist with start up and commissioning of control systemsLead and perform Factory Acceptance Tests FATExperienced in reading and interpreting piping & instrumentation diagrams and wiring diagrams Able to provide feedback regardingfield conditions versus drawingsExperienced with Human Machine Interface HMI and Programmable Logic Controller PLC applicationsDemonstrates deep understanding of the companys Quality Management System QMSProvide review of standard documents generated by others for technical grammatical and aesthetic contentFirm understanding of complex control system designProvide instrumentation specifications for complex control systemsDemonstrate thorough understanding of Information Technology IT system network infrastructure and computer system design as itrelates to control system integration

Customer Service

Communicate in an effective positive and proactive manner with customersFollow customer specific site standards and proceduresAlways conduct business in professional mannerProvide excellent customer care and supportBe patient attentive and responsive to customers in solving their problemsAlways follow up and honor commitments with customersDemonstrates an understanding of the customer needs and actively seeks to service those needs

Project Responsibilities

Complete assigned tasks accurately on schedule and under budgetUnderstand the scope of work assigned to you identify when issues arise that are beyond that scope and communicate those issues tothe assigned project leadLead individual project related tasks andor small to mid sized projects in their entiretyTake on the role of the customers main contact on those projects that the employee is assigned to leadCommunicate in an effective positive and proactive manner with customers and trade partnersAnticipates possible issues that may arise during a project and proactively plans solutionsSeeks opportunities for new work with customers and contractorsDelivers detailed feedback on project and task assignmentsDemonstrates an understanding of project contracts and specificationsAbility to identify and manage risks

Supervisory Responsibilities

Where applicable directs and oversees junior or subordinate staff members regarding construction operations andor maintenancetasks and assignments at a project site

Required Skills and Abilities

In addition to Control Systems Project Engineer I skills and abilities Is decisive in decision makingBuilds relationships with customersShows initiative by seeking out new responsibilitiesAnticipates possible issues that may arise during a projectUses resources efficiently to complete project tasksActively works to promote a positivecollaborative 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

Proof of eligibility to work in the country where the position is located is required

Other Requirements

Maintain a valid drivers licenseFit for Duty at all times

Culture Model

Thermo Systems core values of employee success customer success and financial strength by Seeking new and additional business through project change orders additional services to existing customers and referrals for newcustomersprojects Drive financial successBe a good teammate support your colleagues promote a positive atmosphere for those around you Drive employee successGo the extra mile for your customer take ownership of their needs over communicate Drive customer successFoster an environment of integrity trust collaboration professionalism serving one another leading by example and assuming good intent each and every day

What Youll Get

Competitive salary annual bonuses 401k with company match and business travel reimbursement We appreciate our employees and we make sure they know it

Benefits

We offer full time employees multiple healthcare packages including low cost options

Casual Dress Every day is Casual Friday; we want you to be comfortable when you come to work

Training We offer in house and factory technical training to keep our staff sharp

Tuition Reimbursement We encourage academic advancement and professional credentialing

VacationSick Time We believe work life balance is essential Ensuring our employees have time to truly relax and recharge is important to us

Culture & Extras

We provide free lunches regular team bonding & fun office events and plenty of company swagVisit us at wwwthermosystemscom to learn more

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