Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Washington
Control Systems Engineer jobs in Washington are open across Seattle, Pullman, and Bellevue and other Washington metros, with employers like Amazon, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, and Brown and Caldwell hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
The Senior Control System Integration and Design Engineer role requires problem-solving moderately complex issues for which solutions may not be well-defined. The role involves contributing significantly in SCADA/Human machine interface (HMI) design, configuration, and programming projects. This role will develop and implement Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) system design and industrial control system (ICS)/operational technology (OT) design configuration, and programming projects. The role will work independently and exercise sound technical judgement with occasional guidance on strategic or highly complex issues within broad guidelines and policies.
Responsibilities
- Complete industrial control system (ICS)/operational technology (OT) design through representation of the client’s unique needs.
- Work on SCADA/Human machine interface (HMI) design, configuration, and programming.
- Implement Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) system design, configuration, and programming.
- Manage control system commissioning and startup.
- Facilitate design reviews with clients and other BC consultants and contribute to planning evolution.
- Analyze and interpret P&IDs, specifications, control schematics, and control strategies.
- Handle networking in the ICS/OT space.
- Understand and enforce cybersecurity requirements related to ICS/OT systems.
- Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.
Mentorship
May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.
Skills and Competencies
- Demonstrable knowledge in Industrial Control System (ICS)/Operational Technology (OT) Design.
- Skill in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) System design, configuration, and programming.
- Competency in SCADA/Human Machine Interface (HMI) design, configuration, and programming.
- Understanding of networking and cybersecurity requirements in the ICS/OT space.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively convey facts, policies, and practices.
- Proficiency in system trouble-shooting and problem solving.
Experience
Typically requires a minimum of 5 years’ related work experience in Control System Integration and Design and ICS/OT systems. Typically certified in the SMS Framework, and progressing through the SMS competencies.
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months is strongly preferred.
Education
A bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience is required.
Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Location A: $95,000 - $129,000
Location B: $104,000 - $142,000
Location C: $114,000 - $155,000
You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.
Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.
About Brown and Caldwell
Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities.
This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.
Job Summary
The Senior Control System Integration and Design Engineer role requires problem-solving moderately complex issues for which solutions may not be well-defined. The role involves contributing significantly in SCADA/Human machine interface (HMI) design, configuration, and programming projects. This role will develop and implement Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) system design and industrial control system (ICS)/operational technology (OT) design configuration, and programming projects. The role will work independently and exercise sound technical judgement with occasional guidance on strategic or highly complex issues within broad guidelines and policies.
Responsibilities
- Complete industrial control system (ICS)/operational technology (OT) design through representation of the client’s unique needs.
- Work on SCADA/Human machine interface (HMI) design, configuration, and programming.
- Implement Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) system design, configuration, and programming.
- Manage control system commissioning and startup.
- Facilitate design reviews with clients and other BC consultants and contribute to planning evolution.
- Analyze and interpret P&IDs, specifications, control schematics, and control strategies.
- Handle networking in the ICS/OT space.
- Understand and enforce cybersecurity requirements related to ICS/OT systems.
- Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.
Mentorship
May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.
Skills and Competencies
- Demonstrable knowledge in Industrial Control System (ICS)/Operational Technology (OT) Design.
- Skill in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) System design, configuration, and programming.
- Competency in SCADA/Human Machine Interface (HMI) design, configuration, and programming.
- Understanding of networking and cybersecurity requirements in the ICS/OT space.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively convey facts, policies, and practices.
- Proficiency in system trouble-shooting and problem solving.
Experience
Typically requires a minimum of 5 years’ related work experience in Control System Integration and Design and ICS/OT systems. Typically certified in the SMS Framework, and progressing through the SMS competencies.
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months is strongly preferred.
Education
A bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience is required.
Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Location A: $95,000 - $129,000
Location B: $104,000 - $142,000
Location C: $114,000 - $155,000
You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.
Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.
About Brown and Caldwell
Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities.
This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.
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Control Systems Engineer Job Market in Washington
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon2
- Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories2
- Carbon Autonomous Robotic Systems2
- Brown and Caldwell1
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Manufacturing2
- Government & Public Sector1
- Renewable Energy1
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in control systems engineer jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency with PLC programming using platforms such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens
- Experience designing or maintaining SCADA and HMI systems
- Familiarity with control system standards including ISA-88, IEC 61131, or IEC 61511
- Ability to read and develop P&IDs, electrical schematics, and loop diagrams
- ISA Certified Control Systems Technician or similar certification preferred
Control Systems Engineer Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How many control systems engineer jobs are there in Washington?
There are 10+ control systems engineer openings in Washington on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Seattle, Pullman, and Bellevue. New positions post regularly as employers across Washington hire.
How much do control systems engineers make in Washington?
Control systems engineers in Washington earn a median of about $134,570 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,280 for the lowest 10% to over $196,120 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Washington cities have the most control systems engineer jobs?
Seattle, Pullman, and Bellevue have the most control systems engineer openings in Washington right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire control systems engineers in Washington?
Employers hiring control systems engineers in Washington include Amazon, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, and Brown and Caldwell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote control systems engineer jobs in Washington?
Yes. About 20% of control systems engineer openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Washington metros.
How do I apply for control systems engineer jobs in Washington?
You can apply to control systems engineer jobs in Washington directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Washington location, then apply to each one that fits.
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