Control Systems Engineer

Location: Onsite in Carmel, IN

Employment Status: Full Time | Direct Hire

Compensation: $72,500 - $75,000 per year + Annual Bonus Eligibility

Travel: Up to 25%

On Call: Per project requirements

Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner delivering premier class automation solutions across the Energy, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical markets.

Guided By The Thermo Way, We Are Unified, Dynamic, And Committed To Delivering Excellence. Our Culture Is Grounded In Three Core Principles

• Employee Success – investing in our people and their growth
• Customer Success – delivering reliable, high-quality solutions
• Financial Strength – operating with discipline and long-term focus

We believe strong teams, trusted partnerships, and technical excellence drive sustainable success.

The Control Systems Engineer supports the design, development, integration, and deployment of industrial control systems across a variety of automation projects. This is an early‑career engineering role focused on building foundational experience in control system design, PLC/HMI development, and system integration.

This role works under the guidance of senior engineers and project leaders to contribute to project execution across the full lifecycle—from design through commissioning. You will gain hands‑on experience in both software and hardware aspects of control systems while developing troubleshooting, testing, and field support capabilities.

This position is ideal for individuals with an engineering background who are eager to develop technical expertise, contribute to real‑world automation projects, and grow into a fully independent Controls Engineer.

• Support control system design, development, and integration activities
• Assist in installation, startup, commissioning, and system testing
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and system validation efforts
• Read and interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Document engineering work and maintain accurate project records in alignment with QMS

• Develop working knowledge of:
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
  • Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems
  • Control system architecture and design fundamentals
  • Industrial networking and IT infrastructure related to automation
• Build troubleshooting and diagnostic skills through field and lab experience
• Gain exposure to system integration across electrical, mechanical, and software components
• Develop the ability to review and validate technical documentation

• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and customers
• Follow customer-specific standards, procedures, and site requirements
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and project managers to execute assigned work
• Provide accurate updates on task progress, risks, and constraints
• Escalate issues when work falls outside defined scope or requires additional support

• Adhere to company policies, Quality Management System (QMS), and safety standards
• Promote and follow safe work practices, including proper use of PPE
• Deliver accurate, high-quality work with strong attention to detail
• Support continuous improvement of engineering and project execution processes

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline
• Typically, 0–2 years of relevant experience in automation, controls, or related field

• Strong desire to learn and grow within control systems engineering
• Foundational troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical systems
• Familiarity with PLC/HMI concepts or coursework is preferred
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and diagrams
• Proficiency with Microsoft operating systems and Office tools
• Hands‑on aptitude with tools such as multimeters and basic instrumentation equipment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and accountability

• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to travel to customer sites as needed
• Mus…