Entry Level Controls Manager Jobs

New grad controls manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a hands-on portfolio can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Construction & Real Estate, Manufacturing, and Technology & Software, with employers like PCL Construction, Linesight, and TGW Systems hiring at this level now.

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Overview

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Top stateTexas
Top employerPCL Construction
Top cityAbilene, TX
Work type83% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Project Controls Manager
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Project Controls Manager
F.H. Paschen
Detroit, Michigan
Project & Program Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Business Operations
Procurement & Purchasing
On-Site
None
201-500

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Controls Project Manager II
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Controls Project Manager II
TGW Systems
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Senior Project Controls Manager
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Senior Project Controls Manager
Linesight
Huntsville, Alabama
Project & Program Management
Strategy & Corporate Development
Business Strategy
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Industrial Controls Engineering Manager
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Industrial Controls Engineering Manager
Trivium Packaging
Chicago, Illinois
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Electrical Project Controls Manager
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Electrical Project Controls Manager
PCL Construction
Abilene, Texas
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
Construction Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Entry Level Controls Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

PCL Construction2 open roles
Linesight1 open role
TGW Systems1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Manufacturing
  • Technology & Software

Entry Level Controls Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level controls manager job?

Start by building hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, or academic lab projects involving PLCs, SCADA systems, or process control. Employers at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate practical knowledge of control theory and automation tools, even if that comes from coursework or personal projects. A relevant engineering degree, familiarity with industry-standard software, and a willingness to learn on the job give entry level applicants a clear edge.

Which companies hire entry level controls managers?

Companies hiring entry level controls managers right now include PCL Construction, Linesight, and TGW Systems, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from manufacturers, utilities, and engineering services firms that run structured onboarding programs and expect to train new hires alongside experienced engineers.

Are there remote entry level controls manager jobs?

Yes, though most positions at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 17% of entry level controls manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be concentrated in engineering support, systems integration, or technical documentation roles where fieldwork is minimal.

Are these new grad controls manager jobs?

Yes, many of the roles listed here are new grad friendly, including positions that welcome recent graduates, junior candidates, and applicants with zero to two years of experience. A new grad posting at this level typically accepts internship hours, co-op rotations, or a strong academic project portfolio in place of full-time work history, making them accessible to candidates stepping into their first professional role.

Which industries hire the most entry level controls managers?

Entry Level controls manager roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Manufacturing, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they run continuous production or infrastructure operations that require dedicated controls support and offer structured paths for junior engineers to build technical depth quickly.