Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Texas

Control Systems Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in oil and gas processing, petrochemical manufacturing, power generation, and advanced defense systems, with openings at every level from early-career instrumentation roles to senior lead engineers. The largest hiring metros are Houston, San Antonio, and the Dallas-Fort Worth area, where employers like ExxonMobil, Lockheed Martin, and Emerson Electric maintain significant engineering operations. The most in-demand specialties are PLC and SCADA programming, process control for refining and chemical plants, and embedded control for aerospace and defense applications. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles29
Top employerThermo Systems
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring11
Work type100% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Johnson Controls
Control Systems Engineer
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Control Systems Engineer
Johnson Controls
Houston, Texas
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$80k - $110k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Johnson Controls
HVAC Control Systems Engineer
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HVAC Control Systems Engineer
Johnson Controls
Houston, Texas
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$80k - $110k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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PACCAR
Control Systems Architect
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Control Systems Architect
PACCAR
Lewisville, Texas
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$90k - $142k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Thermo Systems LLC
Senior Control Systems Engineer
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Senior Control Systems Engineer
Thermo Systems LLC
Arlington, Texas
Customer Service
Customer Support
Bachelor of Science
201-500

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Thermo Systems LLC
Senior Control Systems Engineer
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Senior Control Systems Engineer
Thermo Systems LLC
Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Project Management
Bachelor of Science
201-500

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Control Systems Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
6 jobs
Austin
2 jobs
Plano
1 job
Addison
1 job
Arlington
1 job
Childress
1 job
Lancaster
1 job
Lewisville
1 job

Control Systems Engineer Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Thermo Systems
Thermo Systems3 open roles
RoviSys
RoviSys2 open roles
Graymatter
Graymatter2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Energy

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in control systems engineer jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or controls engineering from an accredited program
  • Hands-on experience programming PLCs and SCADA systems such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Wonderware
  • Familiarity with ISA and IEC 61511 functional safety standards common in Texas process industries
  • Ability to read and develop P&IDs, electrical schematics, and control loop documentation
  • Experience with distributed control systems such as DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, or ABB 800xA
  • Professional Engineer license or active pursuit of PE through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers preferred for senior roles

Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a control systems engineer in Texas?

Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering from an accredited program. While Texas does not require a state license for most private-sector control systems roles, senior positions at utilities, refineries, and public infrastructure projects often require or strongly prefer a Professional Engineer license issued through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Earning certifications such as the ISA Certified Automation Professional designation also strengthens candidacy in Texas's process-heavy industrial market.

How much do control systems engineers make in Texas?

Control systems engineers in Texas earn a median of about $115,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,430 for the lowest 10% to over $177,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire control systems engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring control systems engineers in Texas right now include Thermo Systems, RoviSys, and Graymatter, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of refineries, LNG terminals, and defense contractors means hiring is particularly consistent in the Houston Ship Channel corridor and the San Antonio aerospace cluster.

Which Texas cities have the most control systems engineer jobs?

Houston, Dallas, and Texas have the most control systems engineer openings in Texas. Houston leads due to its dense concentration of petrochemical plants, refineries, and energy infrastructure along the Ship Channel, while San Antonio draws demand from aerospace and defense contractors at nearby military installations, and Dallas-Fort Worth anchors hiring through large industrial automation firms and corporate engineering headquarters.

Are there remote control systems engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Most control systems engineering work requires on-site presence to commission equipment, troubleshoot live processes, and interact directly with plant systems that cannot be accessed remotely. About 0% of control systems engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is below average for engineering roles overall. The portions most suited to remote work are design, documentation, and software configuration tasks performed before on-site deployment.

How can I get hired as a control systems engineer in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an instrumentation and controls technician role or an associate controls engineer position at a large Texas refinery or chemical plant, where employers like LyondellBasell and Chevron Phillips Chemical regularly bring on early-career engineers and rotate them through operations. Completing a co-op or internship with a major Texas engineering and construction firm such as Fluor or KBR builds the field exposure employers expect. A portfolio demonstrating PLC ladder logic projects or SCADA configuration work, along with progress toward the ISA Certified Control Systems Technician credential, gives candidates without direct experience a credible edge.

Where can I find and apply to control systems engineer jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to control systems engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries including oil and gas, defense, and manufacturing. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly.

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