Remote Electrical Controls Engineer Jobs
Remote Electrical Controls Engineer jobs are open across manufacturing automation, industrial systems, and energy sectors at remote-first firms and distributed engineering teams, from early-career controls engineers to senior systems architects. Employers hiring remotely right now include ONENERGY, Guntner US, and General Mills. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Company Overview
Air and Liquid Systems, LLC (ALSI) is a growing custom manufacturer specializing in air and liquid filtration equipment. Created in 2002 to supply the automotive OEM industry, ALSI has leveraged it's strengths as an engineered solutions provider to help customers across the automotive, cabinetry, recreational vehicle, and food manufacturing industries harness technology to improve their processes. Our commitment to products and system solutions has made us a trusted partner to a wide range of customers.Most of our work involves one-off/prototype builds and short-run production, requiring precision, adaptability, and attention to detail.
We are looking for a reliable, talented, career-minded team member and self-starter for a full-time position in our Electrical Engineering Department. The work entails up to 25% overnight travel to customer facilities with the balance of time spent at our Rochester Hills location. ALSI offers competitive wages, 401K, paid vacation, 10 paid holidays.
Compensation & Growth
- Salary: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
- Evaluation Period: Potential pay increase after 90 days based on performance.
- Development: Bi-annual performance reviews.
Job Overview
- Job Type: Full-time
- Schedule: 8 hour shift; Day shift
- A successful candidate will be able to work independently, stay on task and effectively contribute to a highly skilled team. He/She needs to be detail oriented with ability to develop creative, practical solutions to solve technical challenges and manage timelines with a proven ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-moving environment with multiple priorities.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Creating and modifying detailed electrical control design schematics in AutoCAD and Eplan while following NEC/UL and IEC standards.
- Creating and modifying electrical control software programs for various PLC and HMI systems such as Allen Bradley, Siemens, Toyopuc, Omron, Mitsubishi, IDEC and Automation Direct.
- Troubleshooting and modification of Industrial Control Panels during FAT (Factory Acceptance Tests) and SAT (Site Acceptance Tests).
- Assisting in new installations as well as supporting existing system upgrades and retrofit applications while ensuring all safety procedures are followed.
- Preparing documentation for test reports, procedures, sequence of operation, work instructionsand site visit reports.
Requirements
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, programming or related discipline. (Relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.)
- Strong knowledge of various industrial system components, sensors and electrical equipment (Motors, Pumps, Solenoid Valves, Relays, VFD’s, 24VDC/120VAC/480VAC)
- Technical experience required with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Power Point and at minimum one PLC & HMI Software: (AB/Siemens/Toyopuc/Omron/Misubishi/IDEC/Automation Direct).
- Must pass background check and drug test.
Beneficial to have:
- GM GCCS/GCCH/EPLAN/Networks Certifications.
- Ford GVOSS Certification.
- Experience with robot control integration and robot programming.
- Experience with wastewater or fluid management systems including pumps, piping and valves.
Experience:
- PLC Programming: 3 years (Required)
- HMI Programming: 3 years (Required)
- Microsoft Excel: 1 years (Required)
Ability to commute:
- Rochester, MI 48307: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Work from home
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- HMI Programming: 3 years (Required)
- PLC programming: 3 years (Required)
- Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote electrical controls engineer jobs.
- Proficiency in PLC programming using Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent platforms
- Experience designing and commissioning industrial control panels and electrical schematics
- Familiarity with SCADA, HMI development, and industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP and Modbus
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electrical technology, or a closely related field
- Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and relevant industry safety and electrical standards
- Experience with motion control systems, servo drives, or variable frequency drives
Tips for Your Remote Electrical Controls Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote electrical controls engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search roles by the skills and sectors you know, then apply directly. Remote postings fill fast, so acting on a strong match early puts you ahead.
Build a controls portfolio you can share remotely
Document your PLC programs, HMI designs, and control system schematics in shareable formats like PDF reports or a GitHub repository. Remote hiring managers can't walk the floor with you, so your portfolio is the proof of your technical work.
Show async communication skills in every application
Remote controls employers screen for written clarity as seriously as technical skill. Write your cover letter and follow-up emails the way you'd write a controls specification: precise, structured, and easy to act on without a follow-up conversation.
Highlight remote-specific tools on your resume
Call out your fluency with tools distributed controls teams actually use: version control for ladder logic, cloud-based SCADA platforms, remote desktop access to PLCs, and collaboration tools like Confluence. Listing these signals you can integrate into a remote engineering workflow immediately.
Remote Electrical Controls Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote electrical controls engineer job?
Target companies with distributed engineering teams in industrial automation, machine building, and energy systems, since those sectors have built workflows that accommodate remote controls work. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, clear written communication, and fluency with remote collaboration tools like Confluence and Jira alongside technical skills in PLC programming, HMI design, and control system architecture. Candidates who can document their work clearly and troubleshoot independently without on-site supervision stand out most.
Which companies hire remote electrical controls engineers?
Employers currently hiring remote electrical controls engineers include ONENERGY, Guntner US, and General Mills, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote electrical controls engineer roles are most common at remote-first engineering consultancies, distributed automation firms, and large industrial manufacturers with engineering teams across multiple facilities.
Can you get a remote electrical controls engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level electrical controls roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal on-site mentorship. Smaller automation consultancies and startups building industrial IoT products are more likely to hire entry-level candidates remotely. Showing hands-on PLC projects, a GitHub repository with controls code, or certifications in platforms like Siemens or Rockwell Automation can substitute for professional experience.
Do you need a degree for remote electrical controls engineer jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers in automation and industrial controls weigh demonstrated PLC programming ability, HMI development experience, and a portfolio of real control system projects as heavily as a formal degree. An associate degree paired with strong hands-on skills and recognized certifications from vendors like Allen-Bradley or Siemens opens most remote roles, while a bachelor's in electrical or controls engineering widens access to senior positions.
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