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.
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Shape the future of defense systems by providing expert systems engineering services, driving acquisition strategies, and ensuring timely transitions to operational use while managing risks and costs...
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Empower national security by leading systems engineering for nuclear detection systems. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of critical capabilities, focusing on requiremen...
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Champion systems integration and testing for advanced electronic warfare solutions. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance Navy ships' defenses against unmanned aerial threats through rigorous...
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Join a team dedicated to enhancing naval operations through advanced systems integration and testing of innovative electronic warfare solutions. Collaborate in dynamic environments while implementing...
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Join a dynamic team to support power system studies and engineering analyses, enhancing your technical skills while collaborating on transmission and distribution projects. Contribute to impactful sol...
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Join us to support power system studies and engineering analyses for transmission and distribution projects. Collaborate with teams, develop technical skills, and contribute to impactful energy soluti...
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Contribute to multi-disciplinary hardware and software projects, ensuring effective system design execution and on-time delivery while collaborating closely with clients and internal teams to meet pro...
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Lead a dynamic team in providing systems engineering and technical advisory services for advanced space and ground architectures, ensuring mission success through effective oversight and integration o...
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Lead a dynamic team in providing Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory services for complex space systems, ensuring mission success through effective oversight, requirement management, and lifecy...
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Join a dynamic team to develop and analyze electrical systems for spacecraft, focusing on design integration and harnessing. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure optimal performance and reliabilit...
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Shape the future of automation as you tackle complex projects with a dynamic team of experts in diverse industries, enhancing system performance and delivering exceptional client solutions...
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Shape reliability by design across power electronics products, defining corporate strategies that align engineering, manufacturing, and commercial teams to maximize product longevity and minimize life...
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DJ&A is seeking a Transportation Design Engineer with 1-10 years of relevant experience to support transportation engineering designs for various agencies. The ideal candidate will have strong communi...
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Develop impactful transportation engineering designs for diverse infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams while utilizing advanced design software. Support clients across var...
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Electrical Engineer: Automation and Control
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Drive the future of automation and control systems in power generation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and performance, ensuring safe operations across Yukon’s e...
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Join a dynamic team as you design and implement electrical systems for cutting-edge robotic factories, ensuring reliability and efficiency while contributing to sustainable, clean power generation on...
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Pioneer the mechanical design of aircraft engine nacelle components. Collaborate with manufacturers and vendors to define system architecture, generate technical data packages, and ensure compliance w...
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Drive the mechanical design of aircraft engine nacelle components, collaborating with manufacturers and vendors to ensure compliance with technical requirements while generating detailed technical dat...
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Project Engineer / Sr. Project Engineer - Industrial Power Systems
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Shape innovative engineering solutions as you lead complex projects, focusing on low to medium voltage power systems in industrial settings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior e...
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Drive your career forward by designing motor control systems and collaborating with project teams to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards. Contribute towards continuous improvement...
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Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer IV (Staff)
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Innovate cutting-edge automation solutions by programming robots and modifying systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance designs, ensure compliance, and provide system support while advancing technol...
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Senior Development Systems Engineer
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Lead the development of scalable automation and AI solutions, bridging business and technical teams. Drive complex projects, optimize data workflows, and enhance decision-making in a fast-paced enviro...
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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.