Control Systems Project Engineer

🕒 June 5

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Thermo Systems

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201 - 500 employees

Founded 1998

🏗️ Construction

💼 Consulting

🏥 Healthcare

Construction • Consulting • Healthcare

Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner, providing world-class automation solutions within the District Energy, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical markets. The company excels in managing and delivering turnkey projects to Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) partners while also specializing in customized solutions for end-users. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, Thermo Systems focuses on delivering high-quality automation services that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability across various industries.

📋 Description

• Lead individual project-related tasks and small to mid-sized control system projects from initiation through completion • Support startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and validation activities for control systems • Lead and perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) • Develop and review instrumentation specifications and control system design documentation • Interpret and provide feedback on piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), electrical drawings, and field conditions • Apply advanced knowledge of PLC, HMI, network infrastructure, and control system integration technologies • Serve as a technical resource and provide engineering support for projects led by others • Take ownership of assigned work, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget objectives are achieved • Support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of engineering standards, lifecycle requirements, and quality expectations • Help define and enforce documentation, engineering, and programming standards across the project lifecycle • Reinforce engineering lifecycle discipline, implementation consistency, and validation best practices • Contribute to the development of templates, reference artifacts, guidance documents, and best-practice examples • Provide coaching and guidance to engineering teams during design, implementation, testing, and project execution phases • Conduct internal project audits to evaluate adherence to engineering and quality standards • Witness and review internal and external testing activities to ensure customer requirements and quality expectations are met • Support lessons-learned initiatives by incorporating project feedback into standards, training materials, and continuous improvement efforts • Assist in the development and delivery of onboarding, quality, and standards-related training programs • Support communication and change-management efforts related to new engineering standards, procedures, and QMS requirements • Review engineering deliverables generated by others for technical accuracy, quality, consistency, and presentation • Coordinate with engineering, project management, operations, customers, and trade partners to align scope, schedules, and deliverables • Communicate clearly, proactively, and professionally with internal and external stakeholders • Identify, communicate, and escalate risks, constraints, and scope changes early • Serve as the primary customer contact on assigned projects • Deliver detailed project feedback and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives • Build and maintain strong customer relationships through responsiveness, accountability, and technical expertise • Demonstrate and promote a strong understanding of Thermo's Quality Management System (QMS) • Adhere to company policies, quality requirements, and established safety procedures • Deliver accurate, high-quality work with strong attention to detail • Identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, project execution, and organizational efficiency • Ensure customer and internal requirements are consistently met through disciplined execution and documentation practices • Maintain fit-for-duty expectations and uphold professional conduct at all times • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project team members • Support knowledge sharing and development of engineering best practices across the organization.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline; equivalent technical experience may be considered • Typically 4+ years of relevant control systems engineering experience • Minimum 2 years of experience performing at a Lead Control Systems Engineer level or equivalent technical leadership role • Demonstrated experience supporting industrial automation, control systems, commissioning, and project execution activities • Advanced knowledge of PLC, HMI, SCADA, and industrial control system architectures • Strong understanding of instrumentation, controls, networking, and system integration principles • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical drawings, and technical documentation • Strong understanding of engineering lifecycle management, testing, validation, and quality systems • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines • Demonstrated initiative and ownership in project execution • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality • Ability to translate engineering standards into practical, actionable guidance for project teams • Proven ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation with annual bonus opportunity • 401(k) with company match • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low-cost options • Paid time off and sick leave • Tuition reimbursement and professional credential support • In-house and external technical training opportunities • Exposure to complex, high-impact automation projects • A collaborative culture built on integrity, accountability, and teamwork