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.
Controls and Automation Engineering Manager
$125K - $150K *
Lead the Controls and Automation Engineering team to design, implement, and support advanced control systems, enhancing safety, reliability, and efficiency in drilling and industrial operations while...
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Lead the development of a cutting-edge orbital transfer vehicle, overseeing all technical aspects from design to flight. Collaborate with teams and manage suppliers to ensure successful integration an...
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Engineer III, Controls Service
$95K - $115K *
Elevate steam turbine performance by enhancing control systems and providing expert support. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot, implement modifications, and mentor engineers, ensuring reliability...
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Unlock your potential as a key contributor in control dynamics, focusing on design and analysis for launch vehicle missions. Collaborate effectively with teams while presenting analyses and insights i...
Reposted 1 week ago
$85K - $142K *
Contribute to innovative control systems design and analysis for mission-critical operations on advanced launch vehicles. Collaborate in performance evaluations, peer reviews, and client presentations...
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Senior Power Electronics Control Engineer
$117K - $176K *
Lead the charge in developing advanced control solutions for power electronics, driving innovation from concept to product realization while collaborating with cross-functional teams to tackle complex...
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Control Engineer 4 - Kingsport TN
$110K - $130K *
Innovate integrated solutions for real-time grid management, enhancing ADMS, DERMS, SCADA, and EMS systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to drive transformative outcomes and le...
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Lead the charge in delivering innovative solutions for military systems by managing a multidisciplinary team through the entire program lifecycle, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and ef...
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$80K - $120K *
Drive your career forward by supporting critical PNT systems for the U.S. Space Force. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute test plans, analyze data, and ensure system performance in a d...
Today
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Join a dynamic team to execute systems engineering and testing for PNT systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and reliability for U.S. Space Force programs in a fast...
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Electrical Systems Engineer II/III
$88K - $105K *
Pioneer innovative solutions in systems engineering for complex military electronics, ensuring design, integration, and implementation meet rigorous standards while collaborating with cross-functional...
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Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - Power Generation
$95K - $115K *
Elevate engineering solutions by leading complex projects, applying advanced techniques, and mentoring junior staff. Promote continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with quality standards and...
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Senior Systems Engineer - Linux Infrastructure
$243K - $315K *
Transform complex hardware into reliable services by leveraging your extensive Linux and infrastructure expertise. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support advanced computing and data analytics for...
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Engineer II, Security Systems Design
$86K - $129K *
Drive innovative security solutions by designing integrated systems for modern buildings. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project success from conception to commissioning, enhancing safety an...
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Senior Systems Engineer - AI Infrastructure
$150K - $210K *
Join a team that's building high-performance distributed GPU training infrastructure. You'll design and implement systems software, ensuring reliability and efficiency in complex, fault-tolerant envir...
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Advance your career by designing innovative control solutions for gas turbines, ensuring optimal integration into complex electrical grids. Collaborate with diverse engineering teams in a dynamic envi...
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Join a dynamic team to optimize and troubleshoot control systems, ensuring production efficiency and safety. Leverage your expertise in automation and process improvements to drive continuous enhancem...
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Unlock potential by designing advanced control solutions for gas turbines, ensuring optimal integration into complex electrical grids. Collaborate with diverse engineering teams to enhance performance...
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Shape the future of avionics by leading system development, integration, and compliance efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety, reliability, and performance in defense elec...
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Staff Systems Architect (Environmental Control Systems)
$177K - $265K *
Drive the development and design of Environmental Control Systems, leading analyses and ensuring compliance with airworthiness criteria as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team focused on inno...
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Staff Systems Architect (Environmental Control Systems)
$177K - $265K *
Champion the design and development of Environmental Control Systems, leading a multidisciplinary team in complex analysis and integration of thermal technologies for advanced air vehicle subsystems...
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Sr. Systems Engineer - Manufacturing Plant Floor Systems
$110K - $130K *
Drive the modernization and deployment of AI-centric software solutions in manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency, ensuring reliability and quality across global produ...
2 weeks ago
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Elevate the future of autonomy by managing Linux mission computers, integrating high-bandwidth sensors, and optimizing real-time data paths for advanced perception and decision-making in challenging e...
2 weeks ago
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Lead the charge in developing an AI-driven autonomy stack for challenging environments. Own the Linux mission computer, integrating sensors and optimizing real-time performance while collaborating wit...
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System Integration Engineer - Body Controls
$147K - $192K *
Elevate your career by designing scalable software architectures for embedded systems. Collaborate on control algorithms, optimize performance, and lead integration testing in a dynamic hybrid work en...
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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.