Control Systems Project Engineer I – Field Startup & FAT

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

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.