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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$105K - $160K *

Take ownership of technical scope delivery, leading commissioning activities and ensuring systems meet quality standards. Collaborate closely with project teams, clients, and stakeholders to drive suc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $160K *

Advance your career by owning the technical delivery of engineering solutions. Lead and coordinate commissioning activities, ensuring quality and performance across diverse projects while fostering st...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $115K *

Transform production processes by designing and optimizing systems for new and existing product lines. Collaborate effectively to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality, driving continuous impro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to architect AI-driven systems that enhance aircraft development, integrating data and workflows to support critical engineering decisions from concept to flight test...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $200K *

Empower the future of electric aviation by architecting AI-driven engineering systems that enhance aircraft development from concept to flight test, integrating data and workflows for informed decisio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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Accelerate your career by designing innovative embedded firmware for cutting-edge power technologies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure high-quality releases and maintain system integrity, all...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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$120K - $140K *

Help us develop and sustain aerospace products by solving design challenges, ensuring performance and manufacturability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable solutions th...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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Join a dynamic team to develop custom test systems, leveraging LabVIEW and TestStand. Collaborate with engineers to ensure system testability and compliance, while providing direct support to customer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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We’re seeking a seasoned Senior Systems Engineer who excels in high-pressure environments and is passionate about technology, client success, and team development...

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$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in resolving production-related technical issues, collaborating across teams to ensure compliant and efficient build processes while driving continuous improvement and supporting produ...

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Drive technical excellence in non-standard ammunition projects, ensuring compliance and performance through effective leadership of Integrated Product Teams and rigorous assessments of engineering doc...

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Contribute to the development and execution of testing procedures for control valves and electronic systems, ensuring product reliability and compliance with engineering standards while collaborating...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of power systems engineering studies, guiding projects from conception to completion, delivering high-quality reports, leveraging advanced tools, and managing customer proposals to meet...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform control systems for food and beverage plants by designing, programming, and implementing PLC/HMI solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance manufacturing processes and deliver innovative a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $171K *

Lead the charge in driving innovative systems engineering solutions. Collaborate across teams to define and refine requirements while managing multi-disciplinary efforts and ensuring integration with...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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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.