{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"dfe5a5ccdc49d64f4cec0798","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dfe5a5ccdc49d64f4cec0798","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dfe5a5ccdc49d64f4cec0798","title":"Control Systems Project Engineer II","description":"Location: Onsite in Montgomery, AL\nRelocation: Available\nEmployment Status: Full Time | Direct Hire\nCompensation: $105,000 – $130,000 Annually + Bonus\nTravel: Up to 50% based on project milestones including commissioning, FAT, and SAT activities\nOn Call : No\n\nWho We Are\nThermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner delivering premier class automation solutions across the Energy, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical markets.\n\nGuided by The Thermo Way , we are unified, dynamic, and committed to delivering excellence. Our culture is grounded in three core principles:\n\nEmployee Success – investing in our people and their growth\n\nCustomer Success – delivering reliable, high-quality solutions\n\nFinancial Strength – operating with discipline and long‑term focus\n\nWe believe strong teams, trusted partnerships, and technical excellence drive sustainable success.\n\nThe Opportunity\nThe Control Systems Project Engineer II leads technical execution of automation and control system projects, including high‑visibility mission‑critical and data center environments. In this role, you will design, program, and commission PLC and SCADA/HMI systems while ensuring project deliverables meet Thermo Systems’ technical and quality standards.\n\nWorking closely with project managers, engineers, and commissioning teams, you will guide system integration from design through commissioning and turnover. While this role does not include formal people management responsibilities, it plays a key role in mentoring junior engineers and maintaining technical excellence across project deliverables.\n\nThis position is ideal for engineers who enjoy hands‑on technical leadership, complex automation challenges, and delivering reliable systems within high‑performance industrial environments.\n\nWhat You’ll Do\nCore Responsibilities\n\nLead design, development, and integration of PLC and SCADA/HMI systems for automation projects.\n\nExecute system start‑up, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning activities.\n\nDevelop and review control narratives, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and as‑built documentation.\n\nSpecify instrumentation, I/O lists, and cause‑and‑effect matrices aligned with project requirements.\n\nSupport system integration activities across industrial automation environments.\n\nCoordinate with project managers, engineers, commissioning teams, and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.\n\nCommunicate clearly with customers and stakeholders during design reviews, testing phases, and commissioning activities.\n\nProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers supporting project work.\n\nIdentify project risks early and collaborate with teams to develop effective technical solutions.\n\nQuality, Safety & Process\n\nEnsure deliverables meet Thermo Systems’ Quality Management System (QMS) standards.\n\nFollow established engineering processes and documentation practices throughout project execution.\n\nSupport cybersecurity and IT/OT integration requirements for modern industrial automation systems.\n\nMaintain strong attention to detail in system design, testing, and commissioning activities.\n\nProvide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers through design reviews, commissioning support, and knowledge sharing.\n\nPromote consistent engineering standards and best practices across project teams.\n\nWhat We’re Looking For\nEducation & Experience\n\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Controls Engineering or equivalent technical experience.\n\nTypically 5–7+ years of experience in controls engineering, industrial automation, or system integration environments.\n\nExperience supporting complex automation projects including commissioning and testing activities.\n\nSkills & Qualifications\n\nStrong PLC programming experience within Rockwell Automation or Siemens environments.\n\nKnowledge of industrial networking and modern IT/OT integration practices.\n\nExperience supporting FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities for automation systems.\n\nStrong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills in complex automation environments.\n\nAbility to communicate technical decisions clearly with engineers, project managers, and customers.\n\nStrong organizational and collaboration skills across multi‑disciplinary teams.\n\nCommitment to quality, safety, and accountability.\n\nWhat You’ll Get\n\nCompetitive compensation with annual bonus opportunity\n\n401(k) with company match\n\nComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low‑cost options\n\nPaid time off and company holidays\n\nTuition reimbursement and professional credential support\n\nIn‑house and external technical training opportunities\n\nExposure to complex, high‑impact automation projects\n\nA collaborative culture built on integrity, accountability, and teamwork\n\nWork Environment & Physical Requirements\nThe physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nThermo Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected status.\n\nDisclaimer\nThis job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected. 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Our culture is grounded in three core principles:\n\nEmployee Success – investing in our people and their growth\n\nCustomer Success – delivering reliable, high-quality solutions\n\nFinancial Strength – operating with discipline and long‑term focus\n\nWe believe strong teams, trusted partnerships, and technical excellence drive sustainable success.\n\nThe Opportunity\nThe Control Systems Project Engineer II leads technical execution of automation and control system projects, including high‑visibility mission‑critical and data center environments. In this role, you will design, program, and commission PLC and SCADA/HMI systems while ensuring project deliverables meet Thermo Systems’ technical and quality standards.\n\nWorking closely with project managers, engineers, and commissioning teams, you will guide system integration from design through commissioning and turnover. While this role does not include formal people management responsibilities, it plays a key role in mentoring junior engineers and maintaining technical excellence across project deliverables.\n\nThis position is ideal for engineers who enjoy hands‑on technical leadership, complex automation challenges, and delivering reliable systems within high‑performance industrial environments.\n\nWhat You’ll Do\nCore Responsibilities\n\nLead design, development, and integration of PLC and SCADA/HMI systems for automation projects.\n\nExecute system start‑up, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning activities.\n\nDevelop and review control narratives, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and as‑built documentation.\n\nSpecify instrumentation, I/O lists, and cause‑and‑effect matrices aligned with project requirements.\n\nSupport system integration activities across industrial automation environments.\n\nCoordinate with project managers, engineers, commissioning teams, and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.\n\nCommunicate clearly with customers and stakeholders during design reviews, testing phases, and commissioning activities.\n\nProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers supporting project work.\n\nIdentify project risks early and collaborate with teams to develop effective technical solutions.\n\nQuality, Safety & Process\n\nEnsure deliverables meet Thermo Systems’ Quality Management System (QMS) standards.\n\nFollow established engineering processes and documentation practices throughout project execution.\n\nSupport cybersecurity and IT/OT integration requirements for modern industrial automation systems.\n\nMaintain strong attention to detail in system design, testing, and commissioning activities.\n\nProvide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers through design reviews, commissioning support, and knowledge sharing.\n\nPromote consistent engineering standards and best practices across project teams.\n\nWhat We’re Looking For\nEducation & Experience\n\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Controls Engineering or equivalent technical experience.\n\nTypically 5–7+ years of experience in controls engineering, industrial automation, or system integration environments.\n\nExperience supporting complex automation projects including commissioning and testing activities.\n\nSkills & Qualifications\n\nStrong PLC programming experience within Rockwell Automation or Siemens environments.\n\nKnowledge of industrial networking and modern IT/OT integration practices.\n\nExperience supporting FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities for automation systems.\n\nStrong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills in complex automation environments.\n\nAbility to communicate technical decisions clearly with engineers, project managers, and customers.\n\nStrong organizational and collaboration skills across multi‑disciplinary teams.\n\nCommitment to quality, safety, and accountability.\n\nWhat You’ll Get\n\nCompetitive compensation with annual bonus opportunity\n\n401(k) with company match\n\nComprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low‑cost options\n\nPaid time off and company holidays\n\nTuition reimbursement and professional credential support\n\nIn‑house and external technical training opportunities\n\nExposure to complex, high‑impact automation projects\n\nA collaborative culture built on integrity, accountability, and teamwork\n\nWork Environment & Physical Requirements\nThe physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nThermo Systems provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected status.\n\nDisclaimer\nThis job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected. 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