Explore Control Systems Engineer Jobs

Control Systems Engineers design, develop, and maintain the hardware and software that monitor and control industrial processes, machines, and infrastructure. Their work helps organizations improve reliability, safety, efficiency, and product quality across sectors such as manufacturing, energy, aerospace, utilities, and technology.

Browse vetted Control Systems Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles focused on automation, instrumentation, robotics, process control, and systems integration. Ladders specializes in professional positions paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced engineers find opportunities aligned with their skills and career goals.

What Control Systems Engineers Do

Responsibilities can include designing control architectures, programming and configuring PLCs, DCS, and SCADA systems, integrating sensors and equipment, troubleshooting system performance, and supporting commissioning and upgrades. Engineers may also document technical requirements, assess operational risks, and collaborate with electrical, mechanical, software, and operations teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in electrical, mechanical, controls, or systems engineering, along with experience in industrial automation or a related field. Valuable skills include PLC programming, control theory, instrumentation, SCADA or DCS platforms, systems modeling, safety standards, and clear technical communication. Requirements vary by industry and level of responsibility.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Control Systems Engineers work in industries where dependable automated operations are essential, including advanced manufacturing, oil and gas, renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, transportation, and water treatment. Career paths may lead to senior or lead engineering roles, controls architecture, project management, or engineering management.

Find Your Next Control Systems Engineer Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted Control Systems Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by location, industry, experience level, and technical focus to find a role that fits your background.

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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing robust control logic for gas turbine systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure high-quality validation and commissioning support, enhancing operational effici...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $157K *

Transform the future of electric grids by leading digital substation projects, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of protection, control, and communication systems while collaborating across team...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $175K *

Join a team that's tackling complex IT governance and integration challenges. You'll provide technical expertise to ensure systems and processes align across major programs, driving mission success th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $131K *

Contribute to the design and testing of innovative electronic products. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop motor control systems and power electronics, ensuring robust performance and reliabil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive the design and deployment of SCADA systems in automotive manufacturing. Collaborate with engineers to establish corporate standards, ensuring timely project completion and effective troubleshoot...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career forward as you lead complex systems engineering projects, ensuring effective operational maintenance and sustainment of critical radar systems supporting US Space Force missions...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that delivers innovative solutions to critical missile surveillance systems. As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will drive technical excellence and operational readiness for ground-based...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $214K *

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Systems Engineer, providing Tier III IT support across diverse technologies. Lead and mentor engineers, resolve complex issues, and enhance operational efficiency while e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform ground systems engineering by guiding acquisitions and enhancing digital methods. Collaborate across teams to deliver responsive architectures, ensuring mission success while shaping advance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of ground system architectures for mission-critical projects, ensuring alignment with enterprise-level strategies. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative engineering soluti...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $193K *

Champion innovative electrical systems for advanced aerospace projects, from design to deployment. Lead multidisciplinary teams in developing reliable mixed-signal and embedded hardware, enhancing nex...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $154K *

Transform the future of the power grid by applying your expertise in power systems. Drive reliability and efficiency through advanced analysis and automation projects, collaborating with cross-functio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K *

Contribute to the design and development of advanced electronic control systems for rail transit applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system integration and compliance with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining power systems for space missions. Lead the design, integration, and testing of critical electrical power subsystems, ensuring reliability and performance in challenging o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $168K *

Engineer high-impact national security systems by developing, testing, and integrating software solutions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance decision-making systems using modern too...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in developing custom control systems, ensuring compliance with specifications and industry standards while coordinating with diverse teams to deliver high-quality projects on time and...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of developing custom control systems, leading projects from design to completion while collaborating with engineers and clients to ensure compliance with specifications and industry sta...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $140K *

Innovate and manage electrical engineering for a major hydroelectric safety upgrade, overseeing subcontractors, ensuring compliance, and leading project execution across multiple facilities for optima...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining maritime technology by designing innovative power systems for autonomous platforms, ensuring performance and reliability in extreme conditions while driving system integr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading systems engineering efforts in developing, integrating, and testing secure enterprise infrastructure and products, while ensuring compliance with industry...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $185K *

Pioneer application testing for solid state transformer technology in AI data centers, utility-scale battery systems, and PV plants. Collaborate with engineering teams to validate performance, integra...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with an opportunity to design and support industrial control systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop reliable solutions from concept to commissioning, ensuring sa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career by supporting mission-critical Industrial Control Systems in power generation. Engage in troubleshooting, optimizing, and maintaining advanced automation solutions while collaborating...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support our Energy Resources team by conducting EMT studies and developing power system models. Collaborate with leadership to enhance staff expertise and deliver high-quality advisory services to cli...

Austin, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy through advanced EMT modeling and power system studies. Collaborate with leadership to deliver innovative solutions and provide expert guidance to clien...

Austin, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Control Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Control Systems Engineer designs, programs, integrates, and maintains systems that automate and regulate equipment or industrial processes. Typical work includes configuring PLC, DCS, or SCADA systems, troubleshooting controls, and supporting system upgrades and commissioning.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Control Systems Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles ask for a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, controls, or systems engineering and relevant experience with automation or industrial controls. Employers may also value PLC programming, instrumentation, control theory, SCADA or DCS knowledge, and familiarity with industry safety standards.

  • Where do Control Systems Engineers work?question toggle

    They work across manufacturing, energy, utilities, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, transportation, and other industries that rely on automated equipment and processes.

  • How can I find Control Systems Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore vetted Control Systems Engineer listings on Ladders, which focuses on professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, location, experience requirements, and technical qualifications.

  • What is the difference between a Control Systems Engineer and an Automation Engineer?question toggle

    The roles often overlap. Control Systems Engineers tend to focus on the architecture and behavior of systems that regulate processes, while Automation Engineers may emphasize automating equipment, workflows, and production lines. Exact responsibilities depend on the employer and industry.