Controls Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania

Controls engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with demand concentrated in the state's deep manufacturing, energy, and defense sectors at every level from entry-level technician to senior systems architect. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers like Siemens, Merck, and Lockheed Martin that maintain long-term engineering operations across the state. The most sought-after specialties include PLC programming, industrial automation, and process control for pharmaceutical and chemical production. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles101+
Top employerApplied Control Engineering
Top cityPittsburgh, PA
Cities hiring52
Work type51% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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HVAC Building Controls Application Engineer
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HVAC Building Controls Application Engineer
Johnson Controls
Waynesboro, Pennsylvania
Automation QA
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
$90k - $120k/yr
No degree
10,000+

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Electrical Controls Engineer IV
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Electrical Controls Engineer IV
Lake Superior Consulting
Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
$95k - $133k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
201-500

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Controls Support Engineer
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Controls Support Engineer
SSI SCHÄFER
York, Pennsylvania
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's degree in engineering
5,001-10,000

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Sr. Electrical Controls Engineer
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Sr. Electrical Controls Engineer
SunSource
Exton, Pennsylvania
Cloud Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Controls Engineer Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Allentown
9 jobs
York
5 jobs
West Chester
4 jobs
Cranberry Township
4 jobs
Erie
3 jobs
Conshohocken
3 jobs
Philadelphia
3 jobs
Berwick
2 jobs

Controls Engineer Job Market in Pennsylvania

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

Who's Hiring

Applied Control Engineering5 open roles
Thermo Systems4 open roles
Eaton3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Energy
  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Medical Devices

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or controls engineering from an accredited institution
  • Proficiency with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi programming environments
  • Hands-on experience designing or commissioning industrial automation and process control systems
  • Familiarity with HMI development, SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols like EtherNet/IP
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and instrumentation diagrams
  • Professional Engineer licensure or active pursuit of PE registration through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers

Controls Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a controls engineer in Pennsylvania?

Most Pennsylvania employers require a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering as the foundation. While no state license is mandatory to work as a controls engineer, obtaining a Professional Engineer license through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers strengthens career prospects, particularly for roles in regulated industries like pharmaceuticals and energy. Gaining hands-on PLC and automation experience through internships or co-op programs is the most direct path into Pennsylvania's industrial hiring pipeline.

How much do controls engineers make in Pennsylvania?

Controls engineers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $99,560 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,700 for the lowest 10% to over $143,210 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire controls engineers in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring controls engineers in Pennsylvania right now include Applied Control Engineering, Thermo Systems, and Eaton, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers, defense contractors, and industrial automation integrators means demand is consistent across both large enterprise employers and regional engineering firms throughout the state.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most controls engineer jobs?

Pittsburgh, Allentown, and York have the most controls engineer openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia's concentration of pharmaceutical and life sciences manufacturers drives high volume in the southeast, while Pittsburgh's legacy in steel and energy has evolved into advanced manufacturing and robotics, and Allentown's industrial corridor supports a strong base of automation and process control roles across the Lehigh Valley.

Are there remote controls engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're rare. Controls engineering is fundamentally a hands-on discipline requiring on-site commissioning, equipment troubleshooting, and direct interaction with plant systems. About 49% of controls engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those opportunities are almost exclusively limited to design, programming review, or project management functions rather than field or commissioning work.

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

The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship through Pennsylvania's engineering programs, since employers like Siemens and regional automation integrators in the Philadelphia and Pittsburgh areas regularly convert student placements into full-time hires. Entry roles titled junior automation engineer, controls technician, or field service engineer are common starting points. Building hands-on PLC programming skills and pursuing certification from a recognized vendor platform gives candidates a measurable edge with Pennsylvania industrial employers.

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

You can find and apply to controls engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across manufacturing, energy, defense, and pharmaceutical sectors. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to each position without creating an account or signing up.

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