Field Control Systems Project Lead – Commissioning

Thermo Systems LLC.

East Windsor Township (NJ)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus
401(k) match
Medical coverage
PTO
Tuition reimbursement
Training programs

Job summary

Thermo Systems LLC is seeking a Controls Engineer III to support design, integration, and delivery of automation projects in industrial environments. You will lead tasks across design, implementation, testing, and commissioning with engineers, PMs, and field teams to ensure safe, reliable delivery.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, strong PLC/HMI skills, and the ability to communicate with customers.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
  • Typically 4+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or system integration environments.
  • Demonstrated experience leading engineering tasks or small project scopes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead start-up and commissioning of control systems.
  • Lead and perform FAT for automation systems.
  • Interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics and provide feedback on field conditions.
  • Develop and implement HMI and PLC-based automation solutions.
  • Coordinate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and commissioning teams to ensure successful project execution.

Skills

PLC programming
HMI development
P&IDs interpretation
Industrial networking
IT systems knowledge
Analytical troubleshooting
Communication & collaboration
Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related

Job description

Thermo Systems LLC is seeking a Controls Engineer III to support design, integration, and delivery of automation projects in industrial environments. You will lead tasks across design, implementation, testing, and commissioning with engineers, PMs, and field teams to ensure safe, reliable delivery.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, strong PLC/HMI skills, and the ability to communicate with customers.

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