Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX
Control Systems Engineer jobs in Houston are concentrated in the Energy Corridor, Greenspoint, and the Ship Channel area, driven by sustained demand from oil and gas, petrochemical, and power generation sectors. Employers hiring right now include Fluor, CenterPoint Energy, and Kiewit. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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INTRODUCTION
Take your next step with Saulsbury Industries!
LOCATION
Location: Odessa, Abilene, or Houston TX
Type
Full Time
GENERAL INFORMATION/ JOB SUMMARY
Work within the I/E & Control Systems Department. Work on control systems engineering and designs for large industrial projects in midstream gas processing, petroleum refining, petrochemical, and upstream oil & gas industries.
RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES
- Act as a control systems engineer for selected projects.
- 10% - Interact with other engineering disciplines, engineering and construction project managers, and clients
- 5% - Provide input to the initial project schedule and support the regular maintenance of project schedules for designated projects.
- 20% - Work process quality review and drawing approval in the capacity of a lead engineer.
- 40% - Responsible for PLC/DCS Programming and HMI configuration.
- 25% - Perform Software Factory Acceptance Tests and Hardware Acceptance Tests for the plant control system.
- Provide man hour and equipment estimates for project proposals.
- Able to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities.
- Self-motivated with ability to work with others.
REQUIREMENTS
- BS. in Electrical Engineering or B.S. in Engineering with equivalent I/E & control systems experience required.
- 5+ years' experience required, 10+ years preferred.
- Must have Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCs and Wonderware HMI development experience.
- Delta V Programming experience is a plus.
- Industrial networking experience is a plus.
- Should be a self-learner and willing to go extra mile to accomplish tasks.
- EIT licensure required or the ability to get licensed after joining the company.
- Must have trouble shooting skills.
- Must have commissioning and start-up experience.
- Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
- Record of success working in a team culture
- Professional and ethical
- Strong Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Well developed, detail oriented organizational skills.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to walk the property and laydown yards.
- Ability to carry up to 50 pounds.
Saulsbury is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status.
INTRODUCTION
Take your next step with Saulsbury Industries!
LOCATION
Location: Odessa, Abilene, or Houston TX
Type
Full Time
GENERAL INFORMATION/ JOB SUMMARY
Work within the I/E & Control Systems Department. Work on control systems engineering and designs for large industrial projects in midstream gas processing, petroleum refining, petrochemical, and upstream oil & gas industries.
RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES
- Act as a control systems engineer for selected projects.
- 10% - Interact with other engineering disciplines, engineering and construction project managers, and clients
- 5% - Provide input to the initial project schedule and support the regular maintenance of project schedules for designated projects.
- 20% - Work process quality review and drawing approval in the capacity of a lead engineer.
- 40% - Responsible for PLC/DCS Programming and HMI configuration.
- 25% - Perform Software Factory Acceptance Tests and Hardware Acceptance Tests for the plant control system.
- Provide man hour and equipment estimates for project proposals.
- Able to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities.
- Self-motivated with ability to work with others.
REQUIREMENTS
- BS. in Electrical Engineering or B.S. in Engineering with equivalent I/E & control systems experience required.
- 5+ years' experience required, 10+ years preferred.
- Must have Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCs and Wonderware HMI development experience.
- Delta V Programming experience is a plus.
- Industrial networking experience is a plus.
- Should be a self-learner and willing to go extra mile to accomplish tasks.
- EIT licensure required or the ability to get licensed after joining the company.
- Must have trouble shooting skills.
- Must have commissioning and start-up experience.
- Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
- Record of success working in a team culture
- Professional and ethical
- Strong Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Well developed, detail oriented organizational skills.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to walk the property and laydown yards.
- Ability to carry up to 50 pounds.
Saulsbury is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status.
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Who's Hiring
- Fluor14
- CenterPoint Energy6
- Kiewit4
- TAS Energy4
- Burns & McDonnell4
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services41
- Construction & Real Estate26
- Energy21
- Manufacturing13
- Technology & Software4
Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Houston: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a control systems engineer job in Houston?
Focus your search on the Energy Corridor and Greenspoint, where oil and gas operators, EPC firms, and chemical manufacturers concentrate their engineering teams. Experience with distributed control systems, safety instrumented systems, or SCADA gives candidates a clear edge in Houston's process-heavy market. Targeting mid-size engineering contractors alongside the large operators often yields faster results, since contractors staff projects on shorter cycles.
Which companies hire control systems engineers in Houston?
Houston control systems engineer roles are posted by Fluor, CenterPoint Energy, and Kiewit and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Houston's hiring mix includes integrated oil majors, independent refiners, petrochemical producers, and the EPC contractors that serve them throughout the greater metro area.
Are there remote control systems engineer jobs in Houston?
Yes, but only for a subset of the work. Control systems engineers are largely on-site by nature since commissioning, troubleshooting, and plant integration require physical presence. About 23% of control systems engineer openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with those roles concentrated in design, simulation, and documentation work rather than field or shutdown assignments.
How can I get a control systems engineer job in Houston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Houston is through EPC contractors and systems integrators, which hire entry-level engineers to support larger capital projects and tolerate shorter track records more than major operators do. Roles like junior automation engineer or controls technician serve as common stepping stones locally. Familiarity with Rockwell, Siemens, or Emerson platforms, even from university labs or internships, strengthens a Houston application considerably.
Which industries hire the most control systems engineers in Houston?
The sectors hiring the most control systems engineers in Houston are Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Houston's position as the U.S. energy capital means process industries and related infrastructure projects generate the bulk of local demand for controls expertise throughout the region.
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