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Thermo Systems ยท 1 day ago

Senior Engineering Team Lead - Commissioning

Thermo Systems is a global control systems integration partner delivering automation solutions across various markets. They are seeking a Senior Engineering Team Lead - Commissioning to lead control system startup and commissioning activities, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget goals are met while providing leadership to commissioning teams.

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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Lead startup and commissioning activities for control system projects
Diagnose and resolve PLC, HMI, SCADA, network, and instrumentation issues
Interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and design documents; provide constructability feedback
Guide teams through QMS, safety, and commissioning best practices
Mentor technicians and engineers during startup and troubleshooting
Manage day-to-day technical execution for assigned projects or commissioning phases
Delegate tasks, set priorities, and track progress against schedule and budget
Lead daily task meetings, field walkdowns, and end-of-day debriefs
Serve as the technical point of contact for customers during commissioning
Identify scope changes, risks, and schedule impacts; escalate as needed
Support manpower planning, lookaheads, and detailed task scheduling
Collaborate with Project Managers to maintain accurate schedules and reporting

Qualification

PLC/HMI/SCADA expertiseControl system designQuality Management SystemsIndustrial networks knowledgeInstrumentation familiarityLeadership presenceProactive problem solvingClear communication

Required

B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
7+ years of controls engineering, commissioning, or system integration experience
Strong PLC/HMI/SCADA troubleshooting and commissioning expertise
Solid understanding of complex control system design and field execution
Familiarity with industrial networks, instrumentation, and startup sequencing
Working knowledge of QA/QC and Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Clear communicator who remains composed under pressure
Strong leadership presence in field environments
Proactive problem solver who adapts to changing site conditions
Committed to technical excellence and continued development
Travel required up to 50%, including overnight stays
On-call rotation participation may be required based on project needs
Valid driver's license and authorization to work required
Fit for duty at all times

Benefits

401(k) with company match
Multiple low-cost healthcare options
Paid time off and company holidays
In-house and factory technical training
Tuition reimbursement and career development
Casual dress, team events, free lunches, and company swag

Company

Thermo Systems

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Thermo Systems is an industrial automation company that offers automation and information solutions.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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David Kuznick
Chief Financial Officer
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