Lead Control Systems Engineer

Thermo Systems LLC.; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Control System Engineer to lead exciting projects in automation solutions. This role involves hardware and software design, integration, and testing, while fostering a collaborative team environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline and have a proven track record in control systems. Join a company that values employee success and offers a supportive culture, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference in innovative projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonuses

401(k) with company match

Business travel reimbursement

Multiple healthcare packages

In-house technical training

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation/Sick time

Free lunches

Team bonding events

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field with 2+ years of experience.
• Proven track record as Control System Engineer or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware and software design, integration, and testing for control systems.
• Communicate effectively with customers and provide excellent support.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Project management

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Tools

Human-Machine Interface (HMI)

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Quality Management System (QMS)

Job description

Career Opportunities with Thermo Systems LLC

Careers At Thermo Systems LLC

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

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 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; 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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Technical Responsibilities:

• Displays 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.
• 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.

Project Responsibilities:

• Complete assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and under budget.
• 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:

• Effectively communicates with co-workers.
• Strategically thinks and leverages knowledge to solve problems.
• Able to be independently effective and takes personal responsibility.
• Manage time efficiently.
• Promotes 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.

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.
• 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.

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.