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Control Systems Project Engineer I
Thermo Systems LLC —Reston, VA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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VDI Engineer
General Dynamics Information Technology —Springfield, VA
- $115,600 - $156,400 a year
- 7 years
- DevOps
- Windows
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
Senior Systems Infrastructure Engineer & Architect (Enterprise Mission Systems SME)
Virginia Tech Applied Research Corporation —Arlington, VA
- $200,000 - $275,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- US work authorization
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Senior Systems Engineer
Veilant —Tysons, VA
- $155,100 - $196,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- DevOps
- Office
- Windows
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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CWL Systems Engineer
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc —Manassas, VA
- $90,833 - $100,767 a year
- Part-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
User Engagement Engineer SME
Leidos —Alexandria, VA
- $116,350 - $210,325 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Office
- Master's degree
Modern Workplace Engineer
System One —Merrifield, VA
- $60 - $70 an hour
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Windows
- APIs
- Senior level
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Senior Windows Endpoint Engineer
Fannie Mae —Reston, VA
- $123,000 - $161,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Windows
- Bachelor's degree
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Systems Engineer
Core4ce —Springfield, VA
- $170,000 - $190,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science
- 11+ years
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
System Engineer
MicroAutomation —Centreville, VA
- On call
- System design
- Mid-level
System Engineer
Blu Omega —Springfield, VA
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Computer science
- Azure
- Computer Science
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
1d
Jr System Engineer
Steely —Reston, VA
- $80,000 - $99,194 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Pass drug screening
- Research
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
Business Applications System Engineer
Deltek, Inc. —Herndon, VA
- $86,500 - $152,500 a year
- Call employer
- Remote
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
System Engineer
Gromelski & Associates, Inc. —Manassas, VA
- $120,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Scripting
- Senior level
2d
JIATF 401 System Engineer
CACI —Alexandria, VA
- $94,400 - $198,200 a year
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Bachelor of Science
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
Systems Engineer
Interclypse, Inc. —Reston, VA
- Mid-level
- Java
- Paid jury duty
- Health savings account
Systems Engineer
ISE Data Systems —Reston, VA
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
Computer Systems Engineer
Institute for Defense Analyses —Alexandria, VA
- $100,556 - $160,890 a year
- Email
- Computer science
- 6 years
- Computer Science
2d
Jr. Systems Engineer (Digital Engineering Course Development)
KBR —Chantilly, VA
- $82,000 - $102,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Travel
- In-person
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Endpoint Engineer
MAG Aerospace —Fairfax, VA
- $120,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Azure
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement

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Control Systems Project Engineer I

Thermo Systems LLC -
Reston, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$90,000 - $120,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Analysis skills
Senior level
4 years
Leadership
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Control Systems Project Engineer

Location: Onsite in Reston, VA
Employment Status: Full Time | Direct Hire
Compensation: $90,000 - $120,000 per year + Annual Bonus Eligibility
Travel: Field based role - up to 60% travel can be overnight depending on project assignments
On Call: May participate in on-call rotation based on location and project requirements

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 growth
Customer Success – delivering reliable, high-quality solutions
Financial Strength – operating with discipline and long-term focus

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

The Opportunity
The Control Systems Project Engineer I supports the design, integration, and delivery of automation and control system projects across industrial and mission-critical environments. In this role, you will lead individual project tasks or small to mid-sized projects while providing engineering expertise across design, implementation, testing, and commissioning phases.

Working alongside project managers, engineers, and commissioning teams, this role contributes to high-impact automation projects while ensuring systems are delivered safely, reliably, and in alignment with project requirements.

This position is ideal for professionals who are technically capable in the field, comfortable leading engineering tasks, and motivated to grow into more advanced technical and project leadership responsibilities.

What You’ll Do
Core Responsibilities

Lead and support start-up and commissioning of control systems.
Lead and perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for automation systems.
Interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and electrical wiring
Diagrams and provide feedback on field conditions.
Develop and implement HMI and PLC-based automation solutions.
Contribute to design and implementation of complex control systems.
Provide instrumentation specifications for automation and control system designs.
Review technical documentation generated by project team members for accuracy and quality.
Deliver assigned engineering tasks accurately, on schedule, and within project scope.
Identify potential technical challenges and proactively develop solutions.

Collaboration & Communication

Coordinate with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and commissioning teams to ensure successful project execution.
Communicate clearly and proactively with customers and trade partners throughout project lifecycles.
Serve as the primary customer contact for projects or tasks assigned to lead.
Provide updates on project progress, risks, and technical challenges to project leadership.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers and project stakeholders.

Quality, Safety & Process

Follow Thermo Systems Quality Management System (QMS) processes and standards.
Maintain strong attention to detail in engineering documentation and system configuration.
Ensure automation designs align with project specifications and customer requirements.
Apply strong understanding of industrial networking, IT infrastructure, and system integration practices.
Support continuous improvement in engineering workflows and project delivery processes.

People Leadership

Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and project team members when assigned.
Support field teams and commissioning personnel during system installation and testing.
Promote a collaborative team culture aligned with The Thermo Way.

What We’re Looking For
Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
Typically 4+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or system integration environments.
Demonstrated experience leading engineering tasks or small project scopes.

Skills & Qualifications

Strong understanding of PLC programming and HMI development.
Ability to interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and control system documentation.
Experience supporting system integration, testing, and commissioning activities.
Knowledge of industrial networking and IT systems related to control system integration.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines across multiple projects.
Commitment to quality, safety, and accountability.
Willingness to travel and support field-based project assignments.

What You’ll Get

Competitive compensation with annual bonus opportunity
401(k) with company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with low-cost options
Paid time off and sick leave
Tuition reimbursement and professional credential support
In-house and external technical training opportunities
Exposure to complex, high-impact automation projects
A collaborative culture built on integrity, accountability, and teamwork

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.

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