Senior Level Controls Technician Jobs

Senior level controls technician jobs demand full ownership of automation systems, PLC architecture, and the cross-functional projects and teams that keep industrial operations running reliably. Most openings are on-site or hybrid across Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, and Agriculture & Farming, with employers like EMCOR, Daifuku, and BorgWarner hiring at this level now.

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Top stateMichigan
Top employerEMCOR
Top cityNovi, MI
Work type100% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Controls Technician
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Controls Technician
BorgWarner
Ithaca, New York
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
$62k - $85k/yr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Sr. Controls Technician - Valley View, OH
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Sr. Controls Technician - Valley View, OH
Trane Technologies
Valley View, Ohio
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$27 - $51/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Controls & Automation Technician
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Controls & Automation Technician
Clemens Food Group
Hatfield, Pennsylvania
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
Technical Program Management
1,001-5,000

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DDC/BAS Controls Technician Lead - Anchorage
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DDC/BAS Controls Technician Lead - Anchorage
LONG Building Technologies
Anchorage, Alaska
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$49 - $62.7/hr
501-1,000

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HVAC Controls Technician (Union)
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HVAC Controls Technician (Union)
EMCOR
San Jose, California
Data Engineering
IT Support
IT Support & Systems Administration
Systems Administration
$30 - $90/hr
10,000+

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Senior Level Controls Technician Job Market

Who's Hiring

EMCOR1 open role
Daifuku1 open role
BorgWarner1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Food & Beverage
  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

Senior Level Controls Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level controls technician job?

Employers at this level look for candidates who can own projects end-to-end, not just execute tasks. Demonstrate deep PLC and HMI expertise across multiple platforms, a history of leading commissioning efforts, and experience mentoring junior technicians. The strongest candidates also show they can communicate technical decisions to engineering and operations stakeholders, not just other technicians.

Which companies hire senior level controls technicians?

Companies hiring senior level controls technicians right now include EMCOR, Daifuku, and BorgWarner, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate among manufacturers, systems integrators, and utilities that run complex automated facilities and need experienced technicians who can lead rather than follow.

Are there remote senior level controls technician jobs?

Yes, though most senior controls technician roles require some on-site presence given the hands-on nature of the work. About 0% of senior level controls technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to involve systems design, documentation, or remote monitoring responsibilities rather than direct equipment support.

What makes a controls technician role senior level?

Senior level controls technician roles are defined by scope and ownership. You are expected to design and troubleshoot complex control systems independently, lead commissioning and startup activities, and mentor mid and entry level technicians. These roles also carry accountability for decisions that affect uptime, safety, and production output, not just for completing assigned tasks.

Which industries hire the most senior level controls technicians?

Senior Level controls technician roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, and Agriculture & Farming, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they operate sophisticated automated systems that require experienced technicians who can maintain, optimize, and lead improvements without close supervision.