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.
$88K - $163K *
Drive technical planning and system integration for comprehensive solutions, ensuring effective analysis across all system levels. Collaborate with teams to translate customer requirements into action...
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Sr Advanced Systems Integration Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining aerospace engineering by leading complex systems initiatives, driving integration and certification efforts, and mentoring engineers to achieve successful product outcome...
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LEAD ENGINEER - PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - Aerospace & Avionics HW Systems
$120K - $145K *
Transform aerospace engineering by leading multidisciplinary teams in avionics and mission hardware development, ensuring integration across the hardware lifecycle while advancing digital engineering...
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LEAD ENGINEER - PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - Aerospace & Avionics HW Systems
$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in multidisciplinary aerospace engineering, integrating avionics and mission hardware across the lifecycle. Drive innovation in design, analysis, and verification while ensuring compli...
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Instrumentation & Controls Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Advance your career by leading pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, optimizing instrumentation and control systems for upstream projects, and ensuring safety and reliability while managing...
2 weeks ago
ADAS Lead System Integration Engineer
$140K - $165K *
Drive the integration and delivery of advanced ADAS features, collaborating across teams to ensure system performance and quality. Take ownership of complex issue resolution and enhance processes to s...
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Electrical Engineer Manager / Consultant - Nuclear
$145K - $222K *
Drive impactful electrical engineering projects, leading teams to deliver innovative solutions for nuclear power plants while ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction through effective co...
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$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to developing and supporting control systems for power-distribution equipment, ensuring technical excellence and project success through collaboration and innovative solut...
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Systems Engineer - Requirements Management
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of nuclear safety by overseeing reactor systems, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving design improvements to support advanced micro-reactor demonstrato...
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$110K - $130K *
Transform product development by leading electrical design and systems engineering efforts. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure cohesive integration and compliance, while driving innovation throu...
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Join us to lead overseas construction projects, leveraging your expertise in engineering and management. Drive success in a dynamic environment while ensuring compliance and quality in commercial cons...
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$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on automating identity and access management. Collaborate on security and application systems while driving process improvements and responding to...
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Senior Electronics Design Engineer
$135K - $160K *
Optimize the electrical architecture for energy storage systems. Lead a team through the design, validation, and production of inverters and batteries. Drive innovation and improve reliability in high...
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Senior Electronics Design Engineer
$125K - $150K *
Innovate and lead the electrical architecture of cutting-edge energy systems, driving design from concept to production. Shape the future of reliable, cost-effective energy solutions through hands-on...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
System Engineer - Infrastructure Sustainment
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team as a Systems Engineer, tackling complex technical challenges while optimizing mission-critical infrastructure across multiple locations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance se...
2 days ago
DeltaV Automation Engineer (492)
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of pharmaceutical automation by leveraging your DeltaV expertise. Collaborate across project phases to ensure seamless control system design, integration, and compliance, driving inno...
1 week ago
Integration & Test Systems Engineer
$91K - $137K *
Transform systems engineering through innovative test solutions, collaborating with teams to develop comprehensive test plans and automate processes. Drive excellence in system evaluations and custome...
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$95K - $115K *
Help us design and optimize flight controllers for advanced drone systems. Collaborate closely with a small team to model, test, and refine control systems, ensuring robust performance in real-world a...
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Software Systems Engineer-Lead
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to developing and maintaining complex software applications in a federal environment, ensuring operational excellence and innovative solutions across various systems and n...
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$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's optimizing cloud infrastructure and enhancing system performance. Leverage your DevOps expertise to manage configurations, automate processes, and ensure security while collaboratin...
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$120K - $145K *
Lead a multi-disciplinary team to architect and integrate advanced space systems, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs and technical requirements throughout the program lifecycle. Drive innovatio...
2 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Architect advanced space systems by leading multi-disciplinary teams through design, integration, and validation phases. Ensure alignment of stakeholder needs with system architecture while managing t...
2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform national security initiatives by leading model-based systems engineering efforts. Collaborate across teams to integrate complex systems, enhance digital processes, and mentor peers, driving...
1 week ago
$105K - $131K *
Transform engineering projects by leading design teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate across disciplines to drive project success while maintaining effective commu...
2 weeks ago
Product Engineer Electrical / Electronic
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to innovate and enhance tire pressure monitoring systems. Take ownership of design verification and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams for product launches...
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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.