Controls Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts

Controls Engineer jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand across the automation, life sciences, defense, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level automation technicians through senior process control engineers. The most active hiring markets are Greater Boston, the Route 128 corridor, and the Merrimack Valley, where companies like Raytheon Technologies, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and AMETEK anchor significant controls and instrumentation workforces. The most sought-after specialties include PLC and SCADA programming, motion control, and process automation for pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles61
Top employerBrooks Automation
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring33
Work type54% On-site
Top industryEnergy

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Controls Engineer
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Controls Engineer
Munters
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
$86k - $129k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Facility Engineer (Controls and Automation)
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Facility Engineer (Controls and Automation)
UG2
Boston, Massachusetts
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
EPA Refrigeration Certification
1,001-5,000

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Senior Realtime Controls Software Engineer
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Senior Realtime Controls Software Engineer
Commonwealth Fusion Systems
Devens, Massachusetts
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$107k - $160k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering
51-200

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Pointing/Acquisition/Tracking and Controls Engineer-Technical Staff
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Pointing/Acquisition/Tracking and Controls Engineer-Technical Staff
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
Lexington, Massachusetts
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$140k - $207k/yr
Master's degree
1,001-5,000

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Manager, Controls and Automation Engineer
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Manager, Controls and Automation Engineer
Callaway Golf
Chicopee, Massachusetts
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$113k - $170k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Controls Engineer Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
7 jobs
Devens
5 jobs
Cambridge
4 jobs
Wilmington
4 jobs
Taunton
3 jobs
Franklin
3 jobs
Chelmsford
3 jobs
Acton
2 jobs
Norwood
2 jobs

Controls Engineer Job Market in Massachusetts

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

Who's Hiring

Brooks Automation3 open roles
Commonwealth Fusion Systems3 open roles
RTX2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Food & Beverage
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Renewable Energy

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in controls engineer jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or controls-related field required
  • Proficiency in PLC programming using platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Beckhoff
  • Experience with SCADA systems, HMI development, and industrial network protocols like EtherNet/IP or Modbus
  • Familiarity with FDA and cGMP compliance requirements for pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing environments
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control system documentation
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for control panels, sensors, actuators, and variable frequency drives

Controls Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a controls engineer in Massachusetts?

Most controls engineer roles in Massachusetts require a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering. Massachusetts does not mandate a state-specific license solely for controls engineering work in industrial settings, though engineers who stamp designs for public projects may need a Professional Engineer license through the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Certifications from vendors like Rockwell Automation or Siemens, and experience with regulated industries such as biotech, strengthen candidacy considerably.

How much do controls engineers make in Massachusetts?

Controls engineers in Massachusetts earn a median of about $109,420 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,960 for the lowest 10% to over $161,870 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire controls engineers in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring controls engineers in Massachusetts right now include Brooks Automation, Commonwealth Fusion Systems, and RTX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of life sciences, defense, and advanced manufacturing companies along the Route 128 and I-495 corridors means openings appear consistently across both large primes and specialized automation contractors.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most controls engineer jobs?

The Massachusetts cities with the most controls engineer openings are Boston, Devens, and Cambridge. Greater Boston and the surrounding Route 128 corridor drive the majority of listings, fed by the region's life sciences campuses and defense contractors, while secondary markets like Lowell and Wilmington reflect the heavy automation and semiconductor manufacturing presence in the Merrimack Valley.

Are there remote controls engineer jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're rare. Controls engineering is fundamentally a hands-on discipline requiring on-site commissioning, panel wiring, and equipment validation, which limits fully remote opportunities. About 46% of controls engineer openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be project management, system design review, or software-heavy roles that do not require physical access to production equipment.

How can I get hired as a controls engineer in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an associate or junior controls engineer role through Massachusetts's large life sciences and defense employers, many of whom run structured new-graduate programs. Companies like Thermo Fisher Scientific and Raytheon Technologies hire engineers directly from Massachusetts schools such as UMass Lowell and Northeastern into rotational or entry automation roles. Candidates transitioning from adjacent positions like electrical technician, field service engineer, or instrumentation technician find the move especially accessible when paired with a vendor certification in Allen-Bradley or Siemens platforms.

Where can I find and apply to controls engineer jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to controls engineer jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across industries including life sciences, defense, and industrial manufacturing. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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