Lead Control Systems Engineer

Thermosystems; Eagle Mountain (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Annual bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and sick time

Free lunches

Technical training

Job summary

Thermosystems is seeking a Control System Engineer to work on hardware and software design for control system projects. Successful candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 2+ years of relevant experience, demonstrating strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

This position includes competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including healthcare packages, tuition reimbursement, and a casual dress policy. Join our team of experts at this rapidly growing company in Eagle Mountain, Utah!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree related to engineering or computer science.
• 2+ years of relevant work experience in control systems.
• Proven track record in relevant engineering techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware and software design for control systems projects.
• Perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Communicate effectively with customers.

Skills

Electrical and mechanical system troubleshooting

HMI and PLC applications

Communication skills

Strategic thinking

Time management

Education

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

Job description

Join a team of world‑class automation experts working for a rapidly‑growing global company.

What sets us apart is our unique culture. We thrive on teamwork, consistently surpass customer expectations, and celebrate both personal and professional success.

Job Summary

Works on control system projects; leads in hardware and software design, development, integration, testing, and installation support. Listens, takes direction, and seeks guidance from the assigned project leads, the supervisors, and company leadership.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or other pertinent curriculum combined with relevant technical experience.
• Typically 2+ years total experience.
• Proven track record: 1-3 years as Control System Engineer or equivalent.

Technical Responsibilities

• Display electrical and mechanical system troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrate self‑sufficiency in the field.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead other project members during installation, start‑up, and commissioning.
• Lead and perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Read and interpret piping & instrumentation diagrams and wiring diagrams.
• Exhibit full understanding of Human‑Machine Interface (HMI) and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) applications.
• Well versed in the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
• Provide review of standard documents generated by others for technical, grammatical, and aesthetic content.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform intermediate control system design with guidance from others.
• Provide instrumentation specifications for basic control systems.
• Demonstrate an 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 a 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.
• Develop an understanding of the customer needs and actively seek to service those needs.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and under budget.

Project Responsibilities

• 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.
• Provide accurate feedback on status of assigned tasks.
• Demonstrate an awareness of project contracts and specifications.

Required Skills and Abilities

• In addition to Control System Engineer skills and abilities.
• Effectively communicate with co‑workers.
• Strategically think and leverage knowledge to solve problems.
• Able to be independently effective and take personal responsibility.
• Manage time efficiently.
• Promote a positive/collaborative team culture.
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, annual bonuses, 401(k) with company match, and business travel reimbursement.
• Full‑time employees receive multiple healthcare packages, including low‑cost options.
• Casual dress policy: Every day is “Casual Friday.”
• In‑house and factory technical training to keep staff sharp.
• Tuition reimbursement to encourage academic advancement and professional credentialing.
• Vacation and sick time to support work‑life balance.
• Free lunches, team bonding events, and 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.

Thermo Systems, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.