Lead Controls Engineer III - Field-Traveling Automation

thermo

Mansfield (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus
401(k) match
Medical coverage
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Technical training
High-impact projects
Collaborative culture

Job summary

Thermo Systems in Mansfield, TX or Duquesne, PA is seeking a Controls Engineer III to design, integrate, and deliver automation projects across industrial environments. You will lead tasks or small projects, providing engineering excellence across design, implementation, testing, and commissioning.

We expect 4+ years in industrial automation, strong PLC/HMI skills, P&IDs interpretation, and the ability to travel up to 60% for field work.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support start-up and commissioning of control systems.
  • Lead FATs for automation systems.
  • Interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics, and provide feedback on field conditions.
  • Develop and implement HMI and PLC-based automation solutions.
  • Review technical documentation for accuracy and quality.
  • Deliver assigned engineering tasks on time and within scope.
  • Identify and solve technical challenges proactively.

Skills

PLC programming
HMI development
P&ID interpretation
Electrical schematics
Industrial networking
IT systems
Troubleshooting
Analytical thinking
Communication
Leadership
Travel flexibility
Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Job description

Thermo Systems in Mansfield, TX or Duquesne, PA is seeking a Controls Engineer III to design, integrate, and deliver automation projects across industrial environments. You will lead tasks or small projects, providing engineering excellence across design, implementation, testing, and commissioning.

We expect 4+ years in industrial automation, strong PLC/HMI skills, P&IDs interpretation, and the ability to travel up to 60% for field work.

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