Mid Level Project Controls Engineer Jobs
Mid level project controls engineer jobs go to professionals ready to own cost, schedule, and risk baselines for full project lifecycles, coordinate cross-functional reporting, and make recommendations with minimal oversight. Roles run across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, with Aegis Project Controls, ENTRUST Solutions, and K&A Engineering hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Join a Team Where Engineering Excellence Drives Opportunity
At Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI), we bring together expertise and innovation to solve the most complex challenges. Since 1978, we’ve supported mission-driven organizations in designing systems and environments that advance society and improve lives. Today, with more than 1000 professionals across 23 offices, we help shape the future of healthcare, science and technology, energy, education, and other vital sectors.
From elevating patient care in Mayo Clinic’s world-class hospitals to enabling discovery in high-containment laboratories for U.S. agencies and driving environmental progress with Microsoft’s renowned Thermal Energy Center, our work enriches the human experience, safeguards the environment, and pushes the boundaries of possibility.
AEI consistently earns national recognition from leading industry publications, including Building Design+Construction, Engineering News-Record, and Consulting-Specifying Engineer, with distinctions such as being named the #1 Laboratory Engineering Firm in the nation and receiving multiple Best of the Best Project awards, underscoring the lasting legacy of our work.
At AEI, you’ll join a collaborative community where your expertise fuels innovation, your ideas drive progress, and your work helps shape a brighter future.
As an Instrumentation and Controls Project Engineer, you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all.
WHY WE NEED YOU:
In this role, you will be responsible for the instrumentation and control system engineering design and supporting the overall process on all assigned projects. You will develop innovative and unique engineering solutions that align with the project, client, and partner needs, leading the discipline team in implementing these solutions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- BSME or BSEE (or related) engineering discipline with applicable experience.
- 5+ years of experience in consulting engineering or control system integration.
- Strong understanding of Building Automation Systems (BAS) and common communication protocols.
- Experience communicating with clients, partners and individuals at all levels within an organization.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS TO HELP YOU FLOURISH:
- Experience in consulting engineering, control system integration, energy systems engineering or commissioning for healthcare facilities, data centers, heating/cooling plants, or research laboratories.
- Familiarity with mechanical equipment and HVAC systems, including air handling units, hydronic systems, laboratory exhaust, and heat recovery.
- Ability to travel for client meetings, field survey, commissioning, and startup support.
- Strong spoken and written communication skills.
- Excellent organization and time management skills.
- Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Ability to work effectively individually and within team environments.
- Experience with engineering design programs such as AutoCAD or Revit.
WHEN YOU WORK HERE, YOU CAN EXPECT:
- A flexible, collaborative environment where your well-being matters—because your best work happens when you’re supported.
- Real opportunities to grow—through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high-impact projects across disciplines.
- To collaborate with inspiring teammates who challenge the status quo, foster innovation, and pave the way for future leaders.
- A benefits package that offers health, dental, vision, and retirement, a performance-based year-end bonus, and thoughtful perks tailored to your needs—whether that's a flexible work environment, wellness resources, or community-focused initiatives, we’ll continue to invest in.
If this dynamic environment and the chance to contribute to transformative projects resonate with your ambitions, we would love to connect with you. Join us and make an impact!
AEI is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.
INTRODUCTION
Join a Team Where Engineering Excellence Drives Opportunity
At Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI), we bring together expertise and innovation to solve the most complex challenges. Since 1978, we’ve supported mission-driven organizations in designing systems and environments that advance society and improve lives. Today, with more than 1000 professionals across 23 offices, we help shape the future of healthcare, science and technology, energy, education, and other vital sectors.
From elevating patient care in Mayo Clinic’s world-class hospitals to enabling discovery in high-containment laboratories for U.S. agencies and driving environmental progress with Microsoft’s renowned Thermal Energy Center, our work enriches the human experience, safeguards the environment, and pushes the boundaries of possibility.
AEI consistently earns national recognition from leading industry publications, including Building Design+Construction, Engineering News-Record, and Consulting-Specifying Engineer, with distinctions such as being named the #1 Laboratory Engineering Firm in the nation and receiving multiple Best of the Best Project awards, underscoring the lasting legacy of our work.
At AEI, you’ll join a collaborative community where your expertise fuels innovation, your ideas drive progress, and your work helps shape a brighter future.
As an Instrumentation and Controls Project Engineer, you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all.
WHY WE NEED YOU:
In this role, you will be responsible for the instrumentation and control system engineering design and supporting the overall process on all assigned projects. You will develop innovative and unique engineering solutions that align with the project, client, and partner needs, leading the discipline team in implementing these solutions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- BSME or BSEE (or related) engineering discipline with applicable experience.
- 5+ years of experience in consulting engineering or control system integration.
- Strong understanding of Building Automation Systems (BAS) and common communication protocols.
- Experience communicating with clients, partners and individuals at all levels within an organization.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS TO HELP YOU FLOURISH:
- Experience in consulting engineering, control system integration, energy systems engineering or commissioning for healthcare facilities, data centers, heating/cooling plants, or research laboratories.
- Familiarity with mechanical equipment and HVAC systems, including air handling units, hydronic systems, laboratory exhaust, and heat recovery.
- Ability to travel for client meetings, field survey, commissioning, and startup support.
- Strong spoken and written communication skills.
- Excellent organization and time management skills.
- Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Ability to work effectively individually and within team environments.
- Experience with engineering design programs such as AutoCAD or Revit.
WHEN YOU WORK HERE, YOU CAN EXPECT:
- A flexible, collaborative environment where your well-being matters—because your best work happens when you’re supported.
- Real opportunities to grow—through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high-impact projects across disciplines.
- To collaborate with inspiring teammates who challenge the status quo, foster innovation, and pave the way for future leaders.
- A benefits package that offers health, dental, vision, and retirement, a performance-based year-end bonus, and thoughtful perks tailored to your needs—whether that's a flexible work environment, wellness resources, or community-focused initiatives, we’ll continue to invest in.
If this dynamic environment and the chance to contribute to transformative projects resonate with your ambitions, we would love to connect with you. Join us and make an impact!
AEI is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.
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Mid Level Project Controls Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level project controls engineer job?
Lead with concrete ownership: applications that quantify your impact on earned value, schedule variance, or cost forecasting stand out immediately. Highlight experience with tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project, your ability to produce control account plans independently, and any cross-functional coordination you have managed. Tailoring your resume to the specific project type, such as EPC, infrastructure, or industrial, also strengthens your fit for a mid level opening.
Which companies hire mid level project controls engineers?
Companies hiring mid level project controls engineers right now include Aegis Project Controls, ENTRUST Solutions, and K&A Engineering, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Engineering and construction firms, owner-operators in energy and infrastructure, and large defense contractors tend to maintain the deepest mid level hiring pipelines at this experience stage.
Are there remote mid level project controls engineer jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by project type and employer. About 29% of mid level project controls engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote roles most common in reporting, analytics, and program support functions. Capital-intensive construction and field-tied projects typically require on-site or hybrid presence, especially during execution phases.
How do I move up to a mid level project controls engineer role?
Progression from entry level hinges on demonstrating independent ownership rather than task execution. Build depth in schedule development, cost control, and change management by taking the lead on smaller projects or control accounts. Earning a CCP or PMI-SP credential signals technical readiness, and consistently delivering accurate forecasts and variance analysis with clear explanations of root cause builds the professional reputation that earns a mid level title.
Which industries hire the most mid level project controls engineers?
Mid Level project controls engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring because large capital programs, regulated timelines, and contract accountability structures make rigorous cost and schedule control a core operational requirement rather than a support function.