Remote Automation and Controls Engineer Jobs

Remote Automation and Controls Engineer jobs are actively listed across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed engineering teams hiring for roles in manufacturing technology, industrial automation, and process control systems. Employers hiring remotely right now include Enbridge, Conti Electric, and Torani. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles14
Top employerEnbridge
Top credentialBachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Companies hiring11

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Automation & Controls Advisor
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Automation & Controls Advisor
Enbridge
Asheville, North Carolina
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
$81k - $130k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Territory Sales Manager – Electronics/Electrical Controls & Automation
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Territory Sales Manager – Electronics/Electrical Controls & Automation
SierraWestron Inc
Sacramento, California
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$90k - $100k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree

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Controls Automation Sales Estimator (BAS)
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Controls Automation Sales Estimator (BAS)
Conti Electric
Orlando, Florida
Construction Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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Controls Engineer - Automation & Technical Support
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Controls Engineer - Automation & Technical Support
Harpak-ULMA Packaging, LLC
Taunton, Massachusetts
Customer Support
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
51-200

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Controls Automation Sales Estimator
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Controls Automation Sales Estimator
Conti Electric
Maumee, Ohio
Construction Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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Remote Automation and Controls Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Enbridge3 open roles
Conti Electric2 open roles
Torani1 open role

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote automation and controls engineer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, or a related field
  • Hands-on PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent platforms
  • Proficiency in SCADA and DCS configuration and troubleshooting
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, or EtherNet/IP
  • Experience with control panel design, wiring schematics, and electrical drawings
  • ISA Certified Automation Professional or Functional Safety Engineer certification preferred

Tips for Your Remote Automation and Controls Engineer Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote automation and controls engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly. Remote postings often fill faster than on-site ones, so acting on a good match the same day it appears matters.

Show your remote troubleshooting process clearly

Remote automation employers want proof you can diagnose PLC faults, SCADA alarms, or communication failures without walking the floor. Document a past troubleshooting case in your resume or portfolio, naming the platform, the fault, your remote diagnostic steps, and the outcome.

Demonstrate async communication with technical depth

Distributed engineering teams run on written communication. Prepare concise, well-structured writing samples, like a change order summary or a controls narrative, that show you can hand off technical context clearly to teammates in different time zones without a follow-up call.

List remote access and collaboration tools you use

Remote employers screen for fluency with tools like VPN-secured remote desktop environments, TeamViewer for HMI access, Git-based version control for PLC code, and video-based factory walkthroughs. Name the specific platforms you've used in your resume's skills or tools section.

Remote Automation and Controls Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote automation and controls engineer job?

Remote automation and controls engineer roles go to candidates who can demonstrate strong self-direction, clear asynchronous written communication, and the ability to troubleshoot PLC logic, SCADA systems, or DCS platforms without on-site supervision. Remote employers screen heavily for experience with remote access tools, version-controlled code repositories for ladder logic or structured text, and the discipline to document everything so distributed teammates can pick up where you left off.

Which companies hire remote automation and controls engineers?

Employers currently hiring remote automation and controls engineers include Enbridge, Conti Electric, and Torani, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first engineering firms, industrial software companies, and distributed OEM teams are among the most consistent sources of fully remote openings for this role.

Can you get a remote automation and controls engineer job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal hands-on mentorship. Your best path is to build a portfolio of personal automation projects, contribute to open-source PLC or HMI repositories, earn vendor certifications like Rockwell or Siemens credentials, and target remote-first industrial software companies that have structured onboarding for junior engineers.

Do you need a degree for remote automation and controls engineer jobs?

Not always. Remote employers in this field increasingly weigh demonstrated skills, vendor certifications, and a verifiable project history alongside or instead of a formal degree. Candidates who can show PLC programming proficiency, documented commissioning experience, or strong results from personal automation builds often compete effectively for remote roles even without a four-year engineering degree.

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