Lead Control Systems Engineer

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Location:

Onsite in one of these locations - Duquesne, PA | Mansfield, TX | Henderson, NV

Employment Status:
Full Time | Direct Hire

Compensation: $80,000 - $110,000 + Annual Bonus

Travel:
Up to 50% (Overnight as Required)

Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner delivering premier class automation solutions across the District 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 automation solutions
• Financial Strength – operating with discipline and long‑term focus

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

The Lead Control Systems Engineer supports the design, development, integration, testing, and field implementation of industrial automation and control systems.

This role contributes to PLC, HMI, SCADA, and instrumentation projects while collaborating with senior engineers, project managers, and field teams. You will gain exposure to system design, startup, commissioning, and customer-facing project delivery in critical infrastructure environments.

This position is ideal for an early-career to mid-level engineer seeking hands‑on technical growth in controls engineering and system integration.

• Support hardware and software design for industrial control systems
• Assist in PLC, HMI, and SCADA development and configuration
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and system testing
• Support installation, startup, and commissioning activities
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical system issues
• Interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Develop basic instrumentation specifications and control narratives
• Contribute to control system documentation and technical deliverables
• Ensure compliance with project scope, schedule, and quality standards
• Coordinate with engineering, project management, and field teams
• Communicate clearly and proactively with customers and internal stakeholders
• Identify and elevate scope changes or technical challenges
• Provide accurate status updates on assigned tasks
• Promote a collaborative, team-oriented work environment

• Follow Thermo Systems Quality Management System (QMS) standards
• Adhere to site‑specific safety and operational requirements
• Review technical documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Maintain high attention to detail in design and field execution

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline
• 2+ years of relevant controls engineering or system integration experience
• 1–3 years in a Control Systems Engineer or similar role preferred

• Foundational knowledge of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems
• Understanding of industrial instrumentation and control system design
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and electrical schematics
• Working knowledge of industrial networking and IT infrastructure as it relates to controls
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and work independently
• Positive, professional presence in client-facing environments
• Valid driver’s license and authorization to work required
• Preferred:
  Exposure to commissioning, startup sequencing, or industrial automation platforms

• 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 factory technical training opportunities
• Exposure to complex, mission-critical automation…