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Thermo Systems

Control Systems Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Who We Are : Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner ... We offer full-time employees multiple healthcare packages, including low-cost options. * Casual ...

Leidos

Control Systems Engineer

Springfield, VA

$73.45K - $132.78K/yr

Leidos is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to support the availability, reliability, and operational integrity of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) / SCADA that underpin critical infrastructure and ...

Leidos

Control Systems Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$73.45K - $132.78K/yr

Leidos is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to support the availability, reliability, and operational integrity of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) / SCADA that underpin critical infrastructure and ...

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What is the highest salary of a system engineer?

The highest salary for a control systems engineer can exceed $130,000 annually, especially for those with extensive experience, advanced certifications, or working in high-demand industries. Senior control systems engineers with specialized skills in automation, programming, and system integration may earn higher compensation, particularly in competitive markets or specialized sectors.

What is the difference between Full Time Control Systems Engineer vs Control Systems Technician?

AspectFull Time Control Systems EngineerControl Systems Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field; certifications like CCST or CSCPTechnical diploma or associate degree; certifications like CCST or similar
Work EnvironmentDesign, develop, and oversee control systems in industrial or manufacturing settingsInstall, maintain, and troubleshoot control systems and equipment
Industry UsageUsed across manufacturing, automation, and process industriesPrimarily in maintenance and operational roles within similar industries

Full Time Control Systems Engineers focus on designing and developing control systems, requiring a higher level of engineering education. Control Systems Technicians handle installation and maintenance, often with technical diplomas. Both roles are essential in industrial automation but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

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Control Systems Engineer

Control Systems Engineer

Thermo Systems

Reston, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Who We Are:
Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner, delivering world-class automation solutions in the District Energy, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical markets. Our diverse leadership and dedicated engineering team are committed to excellence and consistent growth. Our unique company culture, known as "The Thermo Way," strengthens our team by fostering an environment where all members perform their best.
Our commitment to being unified, dynamic, and delivering excellence is evident in how we build trusting relationships through connection and camaraderie, ability to adapt, and focus on integrity and success. These values guide our daily operations and interactions, setting the standard for our team's behavior. As we continue to grow and evolve, "The Thermo Way" supports our goals of becoming a world-class organization, ensuring employee success, customer success, and financial strength.
Job Summary:
Works on control system projects; gains experience in hardware and software design, development, integration, testing, and installation support. Listens, takes direction, and seeks guidance from the assigned project leads, the supervisors, and company leadership.
Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor of Science; Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or other pertinent curriculum combined with relevant technical experience.
  • Typically, 0-2 years of experience

Duties and Responsibilities:
Technical Responsibilities:
  • Develop basic troubleshooting skills.
  • Accumulate field experience.
  • Demonstrate the ability to 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).
  • Demonstrate the ability to 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 in an effective, positive, and proactive manner with customers.
  • Follow customer specific site standards and procedures.
  • Always conduct business in professional manner.
  • Provide excellent customer care and support.
  • Be patient, attentive, and responsive to customers in solving their problems.
  • Always follow up and honor commitments with customers.

Project Responsibilities:
  • Complete assigned tasks accurately, on schedule, and under budget.
  • Understand the scope of work assigned to you, identify when issues arise that are beyond that scope, and communicate those issues to the assigned project lead.
  • Provides accurate feedback on status of assigned tasks.

Required 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 to co-workers when possible, ask for help and guidance from coworkers when necessary, and always 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 required:
  • 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. Drive financial success.
  • Be a good teammate, support your colleagues, promote a positive atmosphere for those around you. Drive employee success.
  • Go the extra mile for your customer, take ownership of their needs, over communicate. Drive customer success.
  • Foster an environment of integrity, trust, collaboration, professionalism, serving one another, leading by example, and assuming good intent each and every day.

What You'll Get:
  • Competitive salary, annual bonuses, 401(k) with company match, and business travel reimbursement: We appreciate our employees, and we make sure they know it.
  • Benefits: We offer full-time employees multiple healthcare packages, including low-cost options.
  • Casual Dress: Every day is "Casual Friday"; we want you to be comfortable when you come to work.
  • Training: We offer in-house and factory technical training to keep our staff sharp.
  • Tuition Reimbursement: We encourage academic advancement and professional credentialing.
  • Vacation/Sick Time: We believe work-life balance is essential. Ensuring our employees have time to truly relax and recharge is important to us.
  • Culture & Extras: We provide free lunches, regular team bonding & fun office events, and plenty of company swag.

Visit us at www.thermosystems.com to learn more!
Thermo Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

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