Thermo Systems is a full-service control systems integration partner, providing world-class automation solutions within the Energy, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical markets. We excel at managing and delivering turnkey projects to our EPC & AE partners while also specializing in customized direct-to-owner solutions, focusing on industries where we can offer unmatched domain knowledge to deliver the best possible services and technologies for your needs. By investing in our people, we provide a project team with the skill and expertise to overcome your biggest industrial automation and information challenges.

To reinforce our commitment to serving our customers locally, we have engineers located throughout North America and Europe. Each office is staffed with automation experts who excel at our focus industries and fit the Thermo culture of encouraging professional growth to exceed customer expectations.

Thermo Systems

A full-service control systems integraton firm, currently seeking world-class automation experts to join us.

Senior Control Systems Engineer (Preconstruction) – EUR

Location: Remote in Europe | Project Site Based or Remote w/Travel (as applicable)

Employment Status: Full Time | Direct Hire

Compensation: Competitive + Bonus

Travel: Up to 20% (as needed per project requirements)

On Call: No

Who We Are

Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control systems integration partner delivering premier class automation solutions across the Energy, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical markets. Guided by The Thermo Way, we are unified, dynamic, and committed to delivering excellence. Our culture is grounded in three core principles:

Employee Success – investing in our people and their growthCustomer Success – delivering reliable, high-quality solutionsFinancial Strength – operating with discipline and long-term focus

We believe strong teams, trusted partnerships, and technical excellence drive sustainable success.

The Opportunity

The Senior Controls Design Engineer (Preconstruction) is responsible for the design, development and delivery of complex control system solutions while supporting preconstruction and design assurance activities across mission-critical projects. Working across BMS, PMS, SCADA and OT systems, you will deliver key engineering scope while working with Technical Sales to review new bids, validate technical requirements, and identify scope gaps, risks and opportunities before projects transition into delivery.

Across active projects, you will support design reviews and IFC page-turns, maintain high standards for engineering submittals, and work with Design Managers to support effective design governance and change management.

You will remain actively involved in control system design, software development, integration and commissioning while contributing lessons learned and improvements to engineering standards and ways of working.

This role is ideal for an experienced Controls Engineer looking to combine technical project delivery with increased involvement in preconstruction, design assurance and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

Core Responsibilities:

Preconstruction & Design Assurance

Work with Sales and Estimating on new bids to review and validate BMS, PMS, SCADA and OT scopeReview specifications, Basis of Design, drawings, equipment counts, panel requirements and other bid documentation to identify scope gaps, risks and opportunitiesSupport technical scope development, assumptions and clarifications through bid and preconstruction phasesSupport the transition of awarded projects from Sales into Design EngineeringLead IFC Draft and IFC Final page-turns, ensuring actions and design comments are tracked through closureSupport identification and tracking of design changes that may impact project scope, cost or programme

Controls Engineering & Delivery

Develop and review control system architectures, software, control narratives, points lists, network architecture and technical documentationSupport control panel, instrumentation and equipment interface designPerform technical reviews and provide engineering support through design, integration and constructionTroubleshoot complex controls, communications and system integration issuesConfigure and develop PLC and associated controls platforms including Rockwell, Siemens and SchneiderSupport FAT, SAT, commissioning and system integration activities

Collaboration & Communication

Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align scope, schedule, and deliverables.Communicate clearly and proactively with internal teams, customers, and partners.Act as a technical interface between Design Engineering to Sales, PMO and Integration teams.Support project leadership in identifying risks, resolving issues, and maintaining delivery alignment.Identify and escalate technical risks, constraints, or scope changes early.

Quality, Safety & Process

Adhere to company policies, QMS requirements, and established safety standardsSupport and enhance the company’s Quality Management System (QMS)Ensure engineering deliverables meet high standards of accuracy, completeness, and consistencyPromote structured engineering and documentation practices across all projectsIdentify opportunities for process improvement and drive continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)5+ years’ experience in controls engineering, automation, control system integration, or design engineeringExperience working on complex industrial, life sciences, data centre, or mission-critical projectsExperience across multiple stages of the project lifecycle, including design, integration, commissioning and/or preconstructionExperience reviewing technical specifications, design documentation and project scope

Skills & Qualifications

Strong knowledge of PLC, SCADA, BMS and EPMS systems, including platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider and IgnitionExperience in control system design, software development, system integration and commissioningStrong understanding of control system architecture, instrumentation, control panels, equipment interfaces and OT networksExperience reviewing Basis of Design, specifications, drawings, equipment schedules and other bid/design documentationAbility to identify technical scope gaps, risks, assumptions, exclusions and opportunities during preconstructionStrong understanding of the relationship between technical scope, project cost, programme and commercial riskAbility to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, control narratives, points lists and system architecture drawingsExperience leading or supporting design reviews, IFC page-turns and technical submittal reviewsUnderstanding of FAT, SAT and commissioning activities and the ability to translate lessons learned into design improvementsCommitment to engineering quality, safety and accountabilityStrong technical review, problem-solving and decision-making capability

What You’ll Get

Competitive salary and annual performance bonusesPension planPaid time off (PTO) and company holidaysRelocation or living stipend (based on assignment)In-house and factory training + tuition reimbursementCasual, team-oriented culture with regular events, free lunches, and company swag

Learn more at www.thermosystems.com

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

The 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Thermo 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.

Disclaimer

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected. Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.