Lead Control Systems Engineer

Overview

Lead end-to-end control system design, integration, commissioning for mission-critical projects.

Key Responsibilities

• plc/scada
• control design
• commissioning
• network architecture
• fat/sat
• client liaison

Tasks

We’re looking for a Lead Control Systems Engineer to own the full lifecycle of control-system delivery—from design and architecture through commissioning and turnover—on one of our high-profile mission-critical projects. You’ll mentor engineers and technicians, represent Thermo in front of clients and partners, and set the technical direction for system design, quality, and integration. -Identify scope risks, manage change-order opportunities, and maintain communication with PMs and leadership. -Mentor junior engineers, redline design packages, and promote Thermo’s Quality Management standards. -Drive Financial Strength – execute efficiently and seek continuous improvement. -Direct field teams and subcontractors during installation and commissioning; troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and instrumentation issues. -Technical leadership: Own design, integration, and commissioning of advanced PLC/SCADA systems (AVEVA, Ignition, HMIs). -High-impact projects: Contribute to mission-critical data centers and large-scale automation programs. -Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients and trade partners. -Drive Customer Success – take ownership, over-communicate, and deliver excellence. -Lead end-to-end execution of control-system projects, including I/O design, PLC/SCADA configuration, network architecture, and FAT/SAT testing. -Review I/O lists, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and network drawings for accuracy and QMS compliance. -Career growth: Lead teams, influence standards, and gain exposure to program-wide strategy.

Requirements

• aveva
• ignition
• plc programming
• control engineering
• b.s. engineering
• effective communicator

What You Bring

Travel: Up to 10% -Soft skills: Effective communicator, organized, calm under pressure, and collaborative in cross-functional environments. -Education: B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Controls Engineering—or equivalent technical experience. -Other: Valid driver’s license, eligibility to work in the U.S., and ability to meet fit-for-duty standards. -Experience: 2–4+ years of control-system engineering, including PLC/SCADA design, integration, and commissioning. -Technical skills: AVEVA System Platform, Ignition, PLC/PAC programming, networked OT systems, and troubleshooting.

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Benefits

Employment Type: Full-time, direct hire -401(k) with company match -Paid time off and company holidays -Flexibility: Travel is minimal, and relocation stipends are provided for new project assignments. -Competitive salary with annual bonus -Training, certification, and tuition-reimbursement programs -Casual culture with team events, free lunches, and company swag -Culture that invests in you: Training, tuition reimbursement, clear career paths, and a collaborative team built on trust. -Comprehensive health benefits with multiple low-cost options

About Thermo Systems

-a control systems specialist that delivers long-term financial strength through steady growth and a lifecycle approach to projects. -designs, builds, installs, commissions, and validates automation systems for sectors like energy, life sciences, and mission-critical data centers. -excels at lifecycle engineering, offering services from design and construction to 24/7 support, calibration, upgrades, and system integration. -has earned technology partnerships with leading firms like Rockwell and ABB and has received recent regional safety awards.

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