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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Lead the charge in technical excellence by independently managing complex DDC implementations, mentoring junior engineers, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in mission-critical data cente...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $187K *

Elevate client satisfaction by providing expert technical support and leading installations of control systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and deliver training, ensuring seam...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $187K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client systems through technical support, installation, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical equipment. Drive continuous improvement and lead trai...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $187K *

Support and enhance client systems by providing technical expertise, leading installations, and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment. Collaborate with teams for continuous improvement a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $187K *

Join a dynamic team to provide technical support and lead installations of mechanical and electrical systems. Collaborate with subcontractors and enhance existing controls while ensuring top-notch ser...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $187K *

Drive technical support and field installations for advanced conveyor systems. Lead troubleshooting and upgrades, ensuring optimal performance while collaborating with teams to enhance processes and d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $187K *

Unlock potential by providing technical support and leading installations for mechanical and electrical systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, develop training materials, and troublesho...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of automation by owning controls for complex systems. Leverage your PLC programming expertise and hands-on experience to design, commission, and optimize innovative solutions from con...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $253K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex instrumentation and controls engineering projects in nuclear power. Drive innovation, ensure compliance, and enhance safety through digital upgrades and strategic c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$165K - $253K *

Elevate nuclear engineering by leading instrumentation & controls projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational excellence in advanced and digital upgrades for power plants. Collaborate with...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$165K - $253K *

Drive technical excellence in nuclear power systems design through complex projects, ensuring compliance and operational safety while collaborating with multidisciplinar teams and enhancing the future...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation in aerospace engineering by leading the development of advanced vehicle systems and enhancing operational capabilities through cutting-edge algorithms and simulations...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Join a team dedicated to delivering successful customer outcomes by applying your expertise in electrical design and engineering. Support emergency response and preventive maintenance in diverse indus...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Innovate at the intersection of embedded systems and sensor technologies. You'll evolve software for cutting-edge vehicle inspection scanners, ensuring reliability while working collaboratively on tra...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

As a Controls Engineer at Design Group, you will develop automation solutions and support capital projects for clients in various industries. You will work with a team of experts to design control sys...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead engineering teams to develop, integrate, and optimize systems, ensuring mission success through innovative technical solutions while utilizing Agile methodologies and continuous improvement pract...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the future of naval technology by designing and testing advanced electrical systems for launch control. Collaborate with a talented team to innovate solutions that support the U.S. Navy's missio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Shape innovative control solutions by leveraging your engineering expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement instrumentation strategies that meet customer specificatio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower cardiology practices by implementing and supporting IT infrastructure. Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure seamless deployments, troubleshoot issues, and create documentation for sust...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Tackle the implementation and support of IT infrastructure for cardiology practices, ensuring seamless deployment and operational efficiency through collaboration with internal teams and external vend...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Optimize critical infrastructure systems by ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient performance. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot, implement upgrades, and deliver engineering solutions that enhan...

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

$150K - $180K *

Empower innovation as you design and implement safety-critical software for energy systems. Collaborate with a diverse team, tackling complex challenges to create reliable power control solutions that...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of space power systems by engaging in dynamic projects requiring analysis, design, and collaboration. You will grow in responsibility while working on real flight hardware for a comme...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $137K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in systems engineering. Collaborate on test solutions, develop comprehensive plans, and automate testing processes while ensuring data integrity and managing cust...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $131K *

Elevate your career by leading integration and testing for advanced RF radar systems, working with cross-functional teams to ensure hardware and software meet stringent performance requirements throug...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.