Engineering Team Lead

Thermo Systems; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare packages

401(k) match

Casual dress

Training programs

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation & sick time

Team events

Job summary

Thermo Systems is seeking an experienced Control Systems Project Engineer I to lead start-up, commissioning, and design activities. You will mentor teammates, interpret complex diagrams, and develop HMI/PLC solutions for critical projects.

The role emphasizes rigorous project delivery, client interaction, and adherence to QMS while supporting IT/network considerations for control systems integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering with technical experience.
• Minimum 7+ years total experience in engineering/delivery.
• 3+ years as a Control Systems Project Engineer I or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead start-up and commissioning activities with mentoring.
• Interpret piping & instrumentation diagrams and wiring diagrams.
• Develop and edit HMI and PLC applications.
• Ensure compliance with the company Quality Management System (QMS).
• Deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Serve as main customer contact on assigned projects.
• Identify scope changes and manage invoicing procedures.

Skills

Leadership & mentoring

Communication skills

Project coordination

Problem solving

Willingness to travel

P&ID interpretation

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field

7+ years total experience

3+ years as Control Systems Project Engineer I

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.

Job Summary

Works on a variety of control system projects. Capable of leading several project related tasks and/or large projects in their entirety. Provides engineering support on projects led by others. Assumes ultimate responsibility for the assigned projects/tasks. Leads and develops a team. Takes direction and seeks guidance from the 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, 7+ years total experience.
• Proven Track Record: 3+ years as Control Systems Project Engineer I or equivalent.

Duties And Responsibilities

Technical Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor co-workers during start-up and commissioning of systems.
• Expert in reading and interpreting piping & instrumentation diagrams and wiring diagrams. Able to provide feedback regarding field conditions versus drawings.
• Experienced with creating and editing Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) applications.
• Expert in understanding, practicing, and guiding others in the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
• Firm understanding of complex control system design.
• Provide instrumentation specifications for complex control systems.
• Value engineer specifications to provide the most cost-effective solutions.
• Leads detailed design of Information Technology (IT) systems, network infrastructure, and computer system designs, 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.

Project Responsibilities

• Complete assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and under budget.
• Lead individual project related tasks and/or small to mid-sized projects in their entirety.
• Assume the ultimate responsibility for the successful completion of those projects or tasks on schedule and under budget.
• Take on the role of the customer’s main contact on those projects that the employee is assigned to lead.
• Identify changes in scope to overall projects and/or tasks.
• Provide support on other projects or tasks that are scheduled to be led by others.
• Manage and delegate assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and under budget.
• Understands and anticipates customer needs.
• Accurately estimates the duration and difficulty of tasks.
• Ensures the team adheres to a realistic schedule and budget.
• Understands project invoicing and projection procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for team members training and development.
• Provides constructive feedback to team members.
• Manages team members compensation and time off.
• Ensure team members are effectively assigned to project tasks.
• Manages performance and retention of team members.
• Resolves conflicts within team.

Required Skills And Abilities

In addition to Control Systems Project Engineer I skills and abilities:

• Viewed by others as trustworthy.
• Listens well.
• Understands needs and desires of others.
• Continually provides the big picture of a project or task.
• Committed to further developing managerial and leadership skills.

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

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 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: 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.
• Vacation/Sick 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 swag.

Visit us at www.thermosystems.com 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.