Controls Engineer I

About the Role

Works on control system projects, gaining experience in hardware and software design, development, integration, testing, and installation support. Listens, 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.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Responsibilities

• Develop basic troubleshooting skills.
• Accumulate field experience.
• Assist other project members during installation, start-up, and commissioning.
• Acquire Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) experience.
• Read and interpret piping & instrumentation diagrams and wiring diagrams.
• Develop basic understanding of Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) applications.
• Practice procedures outlined in the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).
• Proof-read self-generated documentation.
• Develop basic understanding of control system design.
• Develop basic understanding of Information Technology (IT) system, network infrastructure, and computer system design, as it relates to control system integration.

Customer Service

• Communicate effectively, positively, and proactively 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.

Project Responsibilities

• Complete assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and under budget.
• Understand assigned scope of work, identify issues beyond scope, and communicate them to the assigned project lead.
• Provide accurate feedback on the status of assigned tasks.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Skills and Abilities

• Committed to personal development by gaining new skills and experiences.
• Displays patience when working with others.
• Listens closely and actively seeks knowledge from senior staff members.
• Able to solve problems.
• Maintain professional relations with co-workers, offer assistance, ask for help, and treat co-workers with respect.
• Proficient in Microsoft operating systems and Office tools.
• Possess and apply hands-on electrical and mechanical skills.
• Proficient with multimeter, signal generators, and other hand tools.
• Work safely, never endangering self, others, or property.
• Know how and when to use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Promotes a positive/collaborative team culture.

Travel and Other Requirements

• Overnight travel may be required up to 50%.
• On-call rotation participation may be required.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the country is required.
• Maintain a valid driver's license.
• Fit for Duty at all times.

Culture

Thermo Systems core values:

• Drive financial success by seeking new business.
• Drive employee success by being a good teammate and promoting a positive atmosphere.
• Drive customer success by going the extra mile and taking ownership of customer needs.
• Foster an environment of integrity, trust, collaboration, professionalism, serving one another, leading by example, and assuming good intent.

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary, annual bonuses, 401(k) with company match, and business travel reimbursement.
• Multiple healthcare packages, including low-cost options.
• Casual Dress environment.
• In-house and factory technical training.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Vacation/Sick Time.
• Free lunches, regular team bonding, fun office events, and company swag.