Control Systems Project Engineer I

Thermo Systems

$93K — $126K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with relevant technical experience.
  • 4+ years of total experience in engineering roles.
  • Minimum of 2 years as a Lead Control Systems Engineer or equivalent role.
  • Familiarity with control systems design, HMI, and PLC applications.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting P&IDs and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and assist in the start-up and commissioning of control systems.
  • Perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) effectively.
  • Provide technical feedback regarding field conditions versus design drawings.
  • Review technical documents generated by others for quality assurance.
  • Communicate proactively with customers to ensure their needs are met.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with annual bonuses and 401(k) company match.
  • Multiple healthcare package options offered for full-time employees.
  • Casual dress code to promote a comfortable work environment.
  • In-house and factory technical training to support skill development.
  • Tuition reimbursement to encourage further education and professional growth.
  • Work-life balance with vacation and sick time offered to all employees.
  • Additional perks including free lunches and team bonding events.
Full Job Description
Location: This is an onsite position in Montgomery, AL. we are open to candidates who are willing to relocate to the area and or open to heavy travel - up to 75%.
Term: Full Time | Direct Hire
Compensation: $93,000 - $126,000 Annually + Bonus Eligibility and Travel Expense Reimbursement / Assistance.

Job Summary:

Works on a variety of control system projects. Leads individual project related tasks and/or complicated large-scale projects in their entirety. Provides engineering support on projects/tasks that are led by others. Assumes ultimate responsibility for the assigned projects/tasks. Takes direction and seeks guidance from 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, 4+ years total experience.
  • Proven Track Record: 2+ years as Lead Control Systems Engineer or equivalent.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Technical Responsibilities:
  • Completely self-sufficient in the field.
  • Lead and assist with start-up and commissioning of control systems.
  • Lead and perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
  • Experienced in reading and interpreting piping & instrumentation diagrams and wiring diagrams. Able to provide feedback regarding field conditions versus drawings.
  • Experienced with Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) applications.
  • Demonstrates deep understanding of the company's Quality Management System (QMS).
  • Provide review of standard documents generated by others for technical, grammatical, and aesthetic content.
  • Firm understanding of complex control system design.
  • Provide instrumentation specifications for complex control systems.
  • Demonstrate thorough 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 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.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the customer needs and actively seeks 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.
  • Take on the role of the customer's main contact on those projects that the employee is assigned to lead.
  • Communicate in an effective, positive, and proactive manner with customers and trade partners.
  • Anticipates possible issues that may arise during a project and proactively plans solutions.
  • Seeks opportunities for new work with customers and contractors.
  • Delivers detailed feedback on project and task assignments.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of project contracts and specifications.
  • Ability to identify and manage risks.

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

Required Skills and Abilities:

In addition to Control Systems Project Engineer I skills and abilities:
  • Is decisive in decision making.
  • Builds relationships with customers.
  • Shows initiative by seeking out new responsibilities.
  • Anticipates possible issues that may arise during a project.
  • Uses resources efficiently to complete project tasks.
  • Actively works to promote a positive/collaborative team culture.

Travel required:
  • 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

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.
  • Casual Dress: Every day is "Casual Friday"; we want you to be comfortable when you come to work.
  • 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.

Visit us at www.thermosystems.com to learn more!

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