Lead Control Systems Technician II

Thermo Systems LLC.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

401(k) with company match

Casual dress code

Tuition reimbursement

Free lunches

Company swag

Job summary

Thermo Systems LLC. is seeking a skilled technician to provide technical support and field coordination for control system projects. The role requires accountability for assigned tasks, customer interaction, and considerable travel to client locations for installations and maintenance.

Qualified candidates should have a technical background with experience in control systems, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. A full-time position based in East Windsor, NJ, and open to candidates with travel requirements.

Qualifications

• 3 to 7+ years of industry experience working with control systems.
• Proven track record as Lead Control Systems Technician I or equivalent.
• Intermediate understanding of electrical and mechanical system design.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, start-up, and commissioning of control systems.
• Perform instrument loop checks and calibrations.
• Document work performed accurately.

Skills

Control Systems Expertise

Customer Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate in Applied Science or Engineering Technology

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Human-Machine Interface (HMI)

Job description

Location: Onsite in East Windsor, NJ. Open to candidates who also reside in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont - these locations would require heavy travel.

Term: Full Time | Direct Hire

Compensation: $80,000 - $93,000 Annually + Bonus Eligibility

Travel: Local candidates up to 25%. Candidates local to the states eligible will require heavy travel.

Job Summary

Provides technical support and field coordination to control system projects and service teams. Is accountable for assigned tasks. Listens, takes direction, and seeks guidance from the assigned project leads, supervisors, and company leadership. Travel to client locations for installations, maintenance, or repairs of control systems.

Education and Experience

• Associate in Applied Science or Associate in Science in Engineering Technology, Computer Information Systems Technology, relevant curriculum, or experience.
• Typically, 3 to 7+ years industry experience.
• Proven Track Record: 3+ years as Lead Control Systems Technician I or equivalent.

Duties and Responsibilities

Technical Responsibilities

• Ability to lead and assist in project installation, start-up and commissioning of control systems.
• Lead and perform instrument loop checks and calibrations.
• Expert in maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of control systems.
• Lead and perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Wire instruments and control panels.
• Demonstrate intermediate understanding of Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) applications.
• Expert with startup and troubleshooting of Human-Machine Interface (HMI) applications.
• Expert with startup and troubleshooting of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) applications.
• Read and interpret piping & instrumentation diagrams and wiring diagrams. Able to provide feedback regarding field conditions versus drawings.
• Practice procedures outlined in the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
• Accurately document work performed.
• Demonstrate intermediate understanding of control system design.
• Demonstrate intermediate understanding of electrical and mechanical system design.
• Demonstrate understanding of Information Technology (IT) system, network infrastructure, and computer system design, as it relates to control system integration.
• Seek accredited control systems certifications and training opportunities.
• Develop and demonstrate strong verbal and written business communication skills.

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.
• 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.
• Where applicable, directs and oversees junior or subordinate staff members regarding construction, operations, and/or maintenance tasks and assignments at a project site.

Supervisory Responsibilities (Only if applicable)

• Participate in management and leadership training.
• Manage staff technician schedules.
• Effectively manage technician flow to align with company priorities.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Manages time and priorities.
• Completes tasks in most efficient manner.
• Demonstrate continuous learning and professional growth.
• Up to 100% of time spent at customer locations with overnight travel up to 60%.

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 drivers license.
• Fit for Duty at all times.

Culture

• 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.
• Benefits: multiple healthcare packages, including low-cost options.
• Casual Dress: every day is Casual Friday.
• Training: in-house and factory technical training.
• Tuition Reimbursement: academic advancement and professional credentialing.
• Vacation/Sick Time: time to relax and recharge.
• Culture & Extras: 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.