Control Systems Project Engineer I

About the role

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 led by others and assumes ultimate responsibility for assigned projects/tasks. Takes direction and seeks guidance from assigned project leads, supervisors, and company leadership.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or other pertinent curriculum combined with relevant technical experience.
• Typically, 4+ years of total experience.
• Proven track record: 2+ years as Lead Control Systems Engineer or equivalent.

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).
• Read and interpret piping & instrumentation diagrams and wiring diagrams; 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) systems, 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.
• Conduct business in a professional manner.
• Provide excellent customer care and support.
• Be patient, attentive, and responsive to customers in solving their problems.
• Follow up and honor commitments with customers.
• Demonstrate an understanding of 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; identify issues beyond that scope and communicate them to the assigned project lead.
• Lead individual project-related tasks and/or small to mid-sized projects in their entirety.
• Act as the customer’s main contact on assigned projects.
• Communicate effectively with customers and trade partners.
• Anticipate possible issues that may arise during a project and proactively plan solutions.
• Seek opportunities for new work with customers and contractors.
• Deliver detailed feedback on project and task assignments.
• Demonstrate 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

• 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.
• Driving financial success.
• Being a good teammate; support colleagues and promote a positive atmosphere.
• Driving employee success.
• Going the extra mile for customers; take ownership of their needs and over-communicate.
• Driving customer success.
• Fostering an environment of integrity, trust, collaboration, professionalism, serving one another, leading by example, and assuming good intent each and every day.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, annual bonuses, 401(k) with company match, and business travel reimbursement.
• Multiple healthcare packages, including low-cost options.
• Casual dress every day.
• In-house and factory technical training.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Free lunches, regular team bonding and fun office events, and company swag.