Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Minnesota
Control Systems Engineer jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in manufacturing, food and beverage processing, medical device production, and industrial automation, with demand at every level from entry-level programmer to senior systems architect. The Twin Cities metro anchors most of the hiring, followed by Rochester and Duluth, where well-established employers like Honeywell, 3M, and Eaton maintain significant engineering operations. The most in-demand specialties are PLC programming, SCADA systems, and process automation for regulated manufacturing environments. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Senior Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Systems Field Technician - Maple Grove, MN or Woodbury, MN
We are seeking an experienced Senior I&C Technician to work closely with Project Engineers, clients, contractors, and other team members to install, test, maintain, troubleshoot, configure, and repair instrumentation, electronic equipment, automated control systems, networks, and related devices. This position independently applies strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve complex technical issues and deliver outstanding Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system solutions that exceed client needs and expectations.
Responsibilities
- Independently perform programming, start-up, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and long-term service and support for water/wastewater and other industrial facilities; systems include Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based controls, Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), radio and cellular telemetry, and networking
- Install, test, maintain, troubleshoot, configure, and repair process instrumentation, electronic equipment, control systems, automation systems, networks, switches, routers, and other access devices
- Diagnose electrical and control issues by reading wiring schematics, interpreting and modifying PLC logic, and applying a sound understanding of PLC and OIT/HMI programs
- Maintain, modify, and upgrade existing control systems through component replacement, configuration changes, and system improvements
- Travel to project sites to lead or support service, start-up, commissioning, field testing, and troubleshooting activities
- Provide advanced client support by independently analyzing issues, identifying appropriate resources, and coordinating timely solutions
- Travel daily or on short notice as project and client needs require; occasional overnight stays may be necessary
- Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve control system issues in the field or through remote support
- Prepare and maintain accurate system documentation, technical records, and project updates
- Communicate clear technical information to clients, contractors, project teams, and remote teammates; provide guidance to less experienced team members as needed
- Plan and conduct Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing of control systems while aligning assigned deliverables with project scope, schedule, and budget
Job Requirements:
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- Associate degree in Industrial or Electronics Technology, Automation Controls, or similar field
- 5+ years of relatable experience.
- Experience with programming, start-up, commissioning, and service of complex instrumentation and control systems
- Experience with cellular and radio telemetry, as well as networking
- Experience with device integration using industry standard equipment (such as Allen-Bradley, Rockwell, GE, AVEVA, Ignition, etc.)
- Basic computer networking skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Problem-solving skills
- Extreme client service
- All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Automation, Electronics, or a related field.
- Associate degree in Industrial or Electronics Technology, Automation Controls, or similar field
- International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level I certification.
- Advanced experience with programming, start-up, commissioning, testing, and service of complex instrumentation and control systems.
- Advanced experience with PLC and OIT/HMI troubleshooting, cellular and radio telemetry, and computer networking.
- Experience leading small to moderate tasks or assignments, communicating project requirements to contractors, providing team updates, and supporting less experienced team members.
Physical Qualifications
- Ability to walk up to 3-miles on uneven terrain
- Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
- Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
- Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight
- May require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds
- Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- May be required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to, flame resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear
- May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload
- May be required to travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town
Why AE2S
Build Your Future. Protect What Matters.
AE2S is a 100%Employee-Owned engineering consulting firm focused on solving complex water and infrastructure challenges. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead a national impact while helping communities create safe, sustainable, and resilient water systems.
Compensation and Total Rewards
The anticipated salary range for this position is:
- $65,600-$92,400
- This salary range represents AE2S's good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, technical expertise, licensure, certifications, education, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.
- $65,600-$92,400
At AE2S, compensation extends beyond base pay and includes opportunities to share in both individual and company success through:
- Discretionary bonus opportunities
- Employee ownership through the ESOP
- Matching 401(k) contributions
Industry-Leading Family Benefits
AE2S believes financial security extends beyond salary alone. Our comprehensive benefits program includes:
- 100-percent company-paid family health Insurance
- 100-percent company-paid employee dental insurance
- 100-percent company-paid employee vision insurance
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO), including credits for prior experience
- Paid parental leave
AE2S is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability Employer
Senior Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Systems Field Technician - Maple Grove, MN or Woodbury, MN
We are seeking an experienced Senior I&C Technician to work closely with Project Engineers, clients, contractors, and other team members to install, test, maintain, troubleshoot, configure, and repair instrumentation, electronic equipment, automated control systems, networks, and related devices. This position independently applies strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve complex technical issues and deliver outstanding Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system solutions that exceed client needs and expectations.
Responsibilities
- Independently perform programming, start-up, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and long-term service and support for water/wastewater and other industrial facilities; systems include Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based controls, Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), radio and cellular telemetry, and networking
- Install, test, maintain, troubleshoot, configure, and repair process instrumentation, electronic equipment, control systems, automation systems, networks, switches, routers, and other access devices
- Diagnose electrical and control issues by reading wiring schematics, interpreting and modifying PLC logic, and applying a sound understanding of PLC and OIT/HMI programs
- Maintain, modify, and upgrade existing control systems through component replacement, configuration changes, and system improvements
- Travel to project sites to lead or support service, start-up, commissioning, field testing, and troubleshooting activities
- Provide advanced client support by independently analyzing issues, identifying appropriate resources, and coordinating timely solutions
- Travel daily or on short notice as project and client needs require; occasional overnight stays may be necessary
- Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve control system issues in the field or through remote support
- Prepare and maintain accurate system documentation, technical records, and project updates
- Communicate clear technical information to clients, contractors, project teams, and remote teammates; provide guidance to less experienced team members as needed
- Plan and conduct Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing of control systems while aligning assigned deliverables with project scope, schedule, and budget
Job Requirements:
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
- Associate degree in Industrial or Electronics Technology, Automation Controls, or similar field
- 5+ years of relatable experience.
- Experience with programming, start-up, commissioning, and service of complex instrumentation and control systems
- Experience with cellular and radio telemetry, as well as networking
- Experience with device integration using industry standard equipment (such as Allen-Bradley, Rockwell, GE, AVEVA, Ignition, etc.)
- Basic computer networking skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Problem-solving skills
- Extreme client service
- All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Automation, Electronics, or a related field.
- Associate degree in Industrial or Electronics Technology, Automation Controls, or similar field
- International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level I certification.
- Advanced experience with programming, start-up, commissioning, testing, and service of complex instrumentation and control systems.
- Advanced experience with PLC and OIT/HMI troubleshooting, cellular and radio telemetry, and computer networking.
- Experience leading small to moderate tasks or assignments, communicating project requirements to contractors, providing team updates, and supporting less experienced team members.
Physical Qualifications
- Ability to walk up to 3-miles on uneven terrain
- Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
- Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
- Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight
- May require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds
- Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- May be required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to, flame resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear
- May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload
- May be required to travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town
Why AE2S
Build Your Future. Protect What Matters.
AE2S is a 100%Employee-Owned engineering consulting firm focused on solving complex water and infrastructure challenges. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead a national impact while helping communities create safe, sustainable, and resilient water systems.
Compensation and Total Rewards
The anticipated salary range for this position is:
- $65,600-$92,400
- This salary range represents AE2S's good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, technical expertise, licensure, certifications, education, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.
- $65,600-$92,400
At AE2S, compensation extends beyond base pay and includes opportunities to share in both individual and company success through:
- Discretionary bonus opportunities
- Employee ownership through the ESOP
- Matching 401(k) contributions
Industry-Leading Family Benefits
AE2S believes financial security extends beyond salary alone. Our comprehensive benefits program includes:
- 100-percent company-paid family health Insurance
- 100-percent company-paid employee dental insurance
- 100-percent company-paid employee vision insurance
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO), including credits for prior experience
- Paid parental leave
AE2S is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability Employer
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- Manufacturing
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in control systems engineer jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Beckhoff
- Proficiency in SCADA systems design, configuration, and troubleshooting
- Familiarity with industrial networking protocols including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and Profibus
- Experience working within regulated industries such as medical device or food manufacturing
- Strong documentation skills for control system schematics, functional specs, and validation records
Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a control systems engineer in Minnesota?
Most employers require a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering from an accredited program. Minnesota does not mandate a state-specific license for control systems engineers in most industrial roles, though a Professional Engineer license issued through the Minnesota Board of AELSLAGID strengthens candidacy for senior or project-lead positions. Earning certifications such as the ISA Certified Control Systems Technician credential signals practical competency and is valued by Minnesota manufacturers and medical device firms.
How much do control systems engineers make in Minnesota?
Control systems engineers in Minnesota earn a median of about $108,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $73,790 for the lowest 10% to over $167,120 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire control systems engineers in Minnesota?
Employers hiring control systems engineers in Minnesota right now include AE2S, Novaspect, and Lakeland Companies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Minnesota's dense concentration of medical device manufacturers, food processing facilities, and industrial automation integrators means consistent demand outside the typical tech sector.
Which Minnesota cities have the most control systems engineer jobs?
Minneapolis, Maple Grove, and Wyoming lead Minnesota for control systems engineer openings. The Twin Cities metro drives the largest share because of its headquarters-level engineering centers at major manufacturers and automation integrators, while Rochester's medical device and health technology sector and Duluth's industrial and port-adjacent manufacturing create meaningful demand outside the core metro.
Are there remote control systems engineer jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Control systems engineering is largely hands-on work tied to physical equipment, production lines, and facility infrastructure, which limits full-time remote arrangements. About 100% of control systems engineer openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve design, specification writing, or project management phases rather than on-site commissioning or troubleshooting.
How can I get hired as a control systems engineer in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship through an accredited Minnesota engineering program, as employers like Honeywell and Eaton regularly recruit from the University of Minnesota and Minnesota State University partnerships. Lateral moves from electrical technician, industrial maintenance, or instrumentation roles are common, especially at food processing and manufacturing sites outside the Twin Cities. Building a hands-on portfolio with personal PLC or SCADA projects and earning the ISA CCST credential gives candidates without direct experience a concrete edge in the application process.
Where can I find and apply to control systems engineer jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to control systems engineer jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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