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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear
$118K - $180K *
Lead innovative instrumentation and controls engineering projects for nuclear power, focusing on design, operational excellence, and safety. Collaborate with teams to enhance digital systems and ensur...
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Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear
$118K - $180K *
Shape the future of clean energy by leading complex instrumentation and controls projects in nuclear power. Collaborate with engineers to enhance safety and operational excellence while driving digita...
2 days ago
Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear
$118K - $180K *
Lead and support instrumentation and controls projects in nuclear power, focusing on technical execution and project management. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to modernize systems and ensur...
4 days ago
Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear
$118K - $180K *
Explore opportunities in the nuclear power sector, leading I&C projects that modernize control systems. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance plant efficiency and client satisfaction while leverag...
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Lead Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear
$118K - $180K *
Join a team that's modernizing nuclear power plants with cutting-edge control technologies. Lead and support diverse projects, ensuring effective execution and client satisfaction while collaborating...
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$78K - $150K *
Manage the development and integration of mechanical and electrical systems while diagnosing machine failures. Provide mentorship, project oversight, and technical support to ensure efficient product...
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UK DC Electric Plant System Development Lead Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Oversee the development of the UK’s next-gen submarine DC Electric Plant, integrating US technology. Collaborate with the UK MoD and BAE Systems, guiding design and testing processes while ensuring pr...
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Nuclear Facility Cognizant System Electrical Engineer
$146K - $222K *
Optimize operational readiness by providing engineering expertise for nuclear facility electrical systems, ensuring compliance and safety while supporting R&D projects and maintenance activities with...
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Drive modernization efforts by managing enterprise systems and infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure high availability, performance, and security while delivering innovative solutions and t...
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Guidance, Navigation, & Controls (GNC), Controls Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Join us to design and implement advanced GNC algorithms for aerospace vehicles, collaborating across teams to enhance control systems throughout the program lifecycle. Bring your expertise in modeling...
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Software Engineer II - CMMS & Automation Systems
$95K - $115K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and maintain industrial software applications using C#, Python, and .NET technologies, ensuring reliable integration in operational environments to su...
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System Engineer - Flight Software
$117K - $195K *
Drive advanced systems engineering for complex spacecraft, focusing on Flight Software integration, verification, and validation. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance and support on...
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Lead the design and development of advanced RF systems, optimizing performance and manufacturability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and drive production readin...
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Transform military systems design and development by leveraging your expertise in electrical engineering. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects involving radar, RF systems, and advanced circuitry to en...
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$75K - $90K *
Champion innovative electrical designs as part of a multidisciplinary team focused on advanced R&D facilities. Collaborate on projects for diverse industries, creating custom solutions, wiring diagram...
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$75K - $90K *
Empower innovation by designing custom electrical solutions within a multidisciplinary team. Collaborate on diverse projects, including test facilities across various industries, ensuring client requi...
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Lead the charge in managing solid rocket motor technology projects, ensuring effective execution and collaboration across teams. Drive industrial base analysis and sustainment planning to enhance prop...
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$120K - $160K *
Elevate your career by managing solid rocket motor technology projects, conducting industrial base analyses, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance propulsion systems. This role combines engin...
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$140K - $180K *
Unlock the potential of intelligence systems integration by leading efforts to ensure seamless interoperability across multi-discipline analysis platforms, enhancing operational readiness and data-dri...
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Shape the future of military intelligence by leading system integration efforts, ensuring seamless interoperability of advanced analytics and data platforms to enhance operational readiness and decisi...
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$110K - $130K *
Support critical integration tasks and troubleshoot workflows to enhance data sharing and interoperability within Army intelligence systems, ensuring seamless operations and modernization efforts...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in advancing terrestrial sensor integration for Army intelligence, ensuring seamless operational capabilities and strategic alignment across multiple defense sectors. Drive innovation...
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Elevate systems engineering excellence by leading critical activities for a high-priority defense program. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet stringent...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead critical systems engineering efforts for a high-priority nuclear modernization program, ensuring innovative solutions meet mission requirements while adhering to schedule and cost constraints. Co...
1 week ago
$100K - $140K *
Innovate with us to drive the development of advanced systems engineering solutions. Collaborate in a dynamic team to design, prototype, and transition cutting-edge technologies in undersea defense an...
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What does a Control Systems Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.