Mid Level Controls Engineering Manager Jobs
Mid level controls engineering manager jobs go to engineers ready to own automation projects end to end, mentor junior staff, and make technical decisions with limited oversight. Openings are concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Staffing & Recruiting, and Technology & Software, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions posted by employers like Mesa Associates, Mesa Associates, and Jobot hiring at this level now.
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Who will you be working with?
You will be part of MCA (Modular Control Architecture) software team. The MCA SW architecture is highly flexible, made up of many modular software, application, and hardware elements. While flexibility adds opportunity and capability, it also adds complexity, driving the importance of a robust platform SW and communication strategy. MCA is built on MBSE (Model Based System Engineering) principles for requirements management and test cases with full traceability built into the MBSE model.
How will you make a difference?
The Engineering Technical Leader – Controls Engineering is responsible for design, development, and testing of control functions spanning across all locomotive subsystems with controls content. This position provides a unique opportunity to interact with all locomotive subsystems with controls content.
What do we want to know about you?
Bachelor's degree in software engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or relevant experience
Experience in Matlab/Simulink
5+ years relevant engineering experience
Ability and willingness to support hands-on validation in simulation laboratory and on-locomotive
Ability and willingness to travel as required
What will your typical day look like?
Design Simulink control application architectures which are robust against expected configurability needs, thus limiting the impact through appropriate modularity and abstraction.
Define control requirements and allocate to applications to meet system-level functional requirements.
Plan individual and sub team work for assigned projects and product features as input to integrated project plans
Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.
Drive process improvements and simplification initiatives to improve quality and productivity.
Review and refine system-level requirements to understand design intent and reconcile with control system capabilities.
Define interfaces among control applications within software.
Support V&V through advancement of MIL and SIL capabilities and processes
Prepare and present technical design decisions and results to internal and external customers as necessary.
Ensure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
Prepare invention disclosures to protect the technology that provides a competitive advantage to the business.
Provide technical support for proposal development.
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.
More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
Additional Information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $79100-112800 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.
Who will you be working with?
You will be part of MCA (Modular Control Architecture) software team. The MCA SW architecture is highly flexible, made up of many modular software, application, and hardware elements. While flexibility adds opportunity and capability, it also adds complexity, driving the importance of a robust platform SW and communication strategy. MCA is built on MBSE (Model Based System Engineering) principles for requirements management and test cases with full traceability built into the MBSE model.
How will you make a difference?
The Engineering Technical Leader – Controls Engineering is responsible for design, development, and testing of control functions spanning across all locomotive subsystems with controls content. This position provides a unique opportunity to interact with all locomotive subsystems with controls content.
What do we want to know about you?
Bachelor's degree in software engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or relevant experience
Experience in Matlab/Simulink
5+ years relevant engineering experience
Ability and willingness to support hands-on validation in simulation laboratory and on-locomotive
Ability and willingness to travel as required
What will your typical day look like?
Design Simulink control application architectures which are robust against expected configurability needs, thus limiting the impact through appropriate modularity and abstraction.
Define control requirements and allocate to applications to meet system-level functional requirements.
Plan individual and sub team work for assigned projects and product features as input to integrated project plans
Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.
Drive process improvements and simplification initiatives to improve quality and productivity.
Review and refine system-level requirements to understand design intent and reconcile with control system capabilities.
Define interfaces among control applications within software.
Support V&V through advancement of MIL and SIL capabilities and processes
Prepare and present technical design decisions and results to internal and external customers as necessary.
Ensure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
Prepare invention disclosures to protect the technology that provides a competitive advantage to the business.
Provide technical support for proposal development.
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.
More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
Additional Information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $79100-112800 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.
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Mid Level Controls Engineering Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level controls engineering manager job?
Position yourself around project ownership rather than task execution. Highlight PLC and SCADA work where you led the design and commissioning, not just supported it. Emphasize any cross-functional coordination, vendor management, or junior engineer guidance you've taken on. Applications that show scope of responsibility, not just technical tools used, stand out for mid level controls engineering manager roles.
Which companies hire mid level controls engineering managers?
Companies hiring mid level controls engineering managers right now include Mesa Associates, Mesa Associates, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturers, utilities, and industrial automation integrators account for the bulk of openings at this experience level, alongside engineering consultancies supporting capital project expansions.
Are there remote mid level controls engineering manager jobs?
Yes, though remote availability is more limited than in pure software roles given the hands-on nature of controls work. About 80% of mid level controls engineering manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at companies running geographically distributed facilities where system design and documentation can be handled off-site.
How do I move up to a mid level controls engineering manager role?
The path runs through progressively larger ownership. Early career, you execute tasks under close guidance. Moving toward mid level means taking full responsibility for a control system design, commissioning it, and troubleshooting it independently. Building fluency in a primary platform, delivering measurable uptime or efficiency improvements, and demonstrating that you coordinate across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines signals readiness for mid level scope.
Which industries hire the most mid level controls engineering managers?
Mid Level controls engineering manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Staffing & Recruiting, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at this level because automation complexity in their production and infrastructure environments demands engineers who can own projects independently rather than simply support senior staff.