Senior Engineering Team Lead - Commissioning

Join a team of world-class automation experts working for a rapidly-growing global company.

What sets us apart is our unique culture. We thrive on teamwork, consistently surpass customer expectations, and celebrate both personal and professional success.

If you believe Thermo Systems is the right fit for you, explore our open positions below.

Senior Engineering Team Lead - Commissioning Who We Are

Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner delivering world-class automation solutions across the District Energy, Life Sciences, Mission Critical, and Power Generation markets. Guided by The Thermo Way, we focus on collaboration, adaptability, and integrity—driving employee success, customer success, and long-term financial strength.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead complex control system startup and commissioning activities while supporting project execution from the field. This role owns technical delivery for assigned projects, provides leadership to commissioning teams, and partners closely with Project Managers, Engineering Managers, and customers to ensure quality, schedule, and budget goals are met.

This position is ideal for a senior controls professional who thrives in fast-paced site environments and is comfortable leading teams, troubleshooting complex systems, and serving as a technical point of contact.

What You’ll Do Technical & Commissioning Leadership

• 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

Project Execution & Coordination

• 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; elevate as needed
• Support manpower planning, lookaheads, and detailed task scheduling
• Collaborate with Project Managers to maintain accurate schedules and reporting

What You Bring Education & Experience

• 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

Technical Skills

• 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)

Professional Skills

• 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 & Requirements

• 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

Our Culture

• Drive Employee Success:
  Support teammates and lead with trust
• Drive Customer Success:
  Take ownership and deliver quality outcomes
• Drive Financial Strength:
  Execute efficiently and manage risk responsibly

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary with annual bonus potential
• 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

Thermo Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Target Salary: $128,000 - $145,000 annually

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