Remote Lead Control Systems Engineer Jobs
Remote Lead Control Systems Engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first manufacturers, distributed engineering teams, and industrial automation firms operating in sectors from energy and utilities to aerospace and advanced manufacturing. Employers hiring remotely right now include Sargent & Lundy, VERTECH, and hims & hers. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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As a member of a multi-disciplined project team, this position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your background in Instrumentation and Controls Engineering and PLC/HMI design by performing the following duties:
- Work on project teams with other discipline engineers involved in the design of new Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based control systems, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and other industrial control system platforms
- Prepare specifications and design media for the procurement and implementation of software, instrumentation, and control system platforms
- Through mentoring, classroom-style technical sessions, and on-the-job training in our Automation Lab, you will increase your knowledge and skills in Automation/Control Systems Engineering
- Develop your career via peer learning by way of S&L's systems of process and associated "Communities of Practice"
- Travel to client offices and project sites, as required
Must be a U.S. Citizen; Dual citizenship with a country other than the U.S. does not qualify.
Essential skills and experience:
- Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance
- BS degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program; MS degree preferred
- 12+ years of progressively responsible experience in instrumentation and controls or automation and control systems engineering
- Proven ability to interface with craft for troubleshooting and problem solving
- Experienced with designing, programming, documenting, and/or testing automated machinery or processes at industrial facilities
- Experienced with industrial communication design (Ethernet IP is preferred and a familiarity with Modbus and Profibus is a plus)
- Experienced with producing P&IDs, Control System Narratives, I/O Lists, Cause and Effect or Logic Diagrams, Wiring Diagrams, Factory Acceptance Test Procedures, and Software documentation including O&M manuals
- Professional Engineer (PE) License
- Experienced with programming Rockwell RSLogix 5000 and RSView
- Fabrication, Construction, and Instrumentation & Control System Testing
We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
As a member of a multi-disciplined project team, this position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your background in Instrumentation and Controls Engineering and PLC/HMI design by performing the following duties:
- Work on project teams with other discipline engineers involved in the design of new Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based control systems, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and other industrial control system platforms
- Prepare specifications and design media for the procurement and implementation of software, instrumentation, and control system platforms
- Through mentoring, classroom-style technical sessions, and on-the-job training in our Automation Lab, you will increase your knowledge and skills in Automation/Control Systems Engineering
- Develop your career via peer learning by way of S&L's systems of process and associated "Communities of Practice"
- Travel to client offices and project sites, as required
Must be a U.S. Citizen; Dual citizenship with a country other than the U.S. does not qualify.
Essential skills and experience:
- Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance
- BS degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program; MS degree preferred
- 12+ years of progressively responsible experience in instrumentation and controls or automation and control systems engineering
- Proven ability to interface with craft for troubleshooting and problem solving
- Experienced with designing, programming, documenting, and/or testing automated machinery or processes at industrial facilities
- Experienced with industrial communication design (Ethernet IP is preferred and a familiarity with Modbus and Profibus is a plus)
- Experienced with producing P&IDs, Control System Narratives, I/O Lists, Cause and Effect or Logic Diagrams, Wiring Diagrams, Factory Acceptance Test Procedures, and Software documentation including O&M manuals
- Professional Engineer (PE) License
- Experienced with programming Rockwell RSLogix 5000 and RSView
- Fabrication, Construction, and Instrumentation & Control System Testing
We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
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Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy24
- VERTECH7
- hims & hers2
- Quest Defense2
- HII1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote lead control systems engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, controls, or systems engineering with 7+ years of experience
- Proficiency with Rockwell Automation, Siemens, or ABB PLC and DCS platforms
- Experience designing and commissioning SCADA systems in regulated industrial environments
- Knowledge of IEC 61511 or ISA-84 functional safety standards for SIS design
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams and manage control system projects end to end
- Familiarity with Modbus, PROFIBUS, EtherNet/IP, and other industrial communication protocols
Tips for Your Remote Lead Control Systems Engineer Job Search
Prove your async project leadership skills
Remote employers want evidence that you can lead control systems projects without in-person oversight. Document a project where you coordinated design reviews, change management, and commissioning milestones entirely through written communication and remote tools, and make that documentation visible in your application materials.
Highlight remote-ready tools in your resume
Call out specific platforms you use for remote control systems work: collaborative PLC and HMI development environments, cloud-based SCADA historian tools, and video-based FAT and SAT coordination experience. Employers scanning remote applicants look for these signals before they look at anything else.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote lead control systems engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings. Applying within the first few days of a listing going live improves your chances significantly.
Prepare for a remote technical screening process
Remote interviews for lead control systems engineer roles often include a live coding or logic-design exercise over screen share, plus a system architecture discussion. Practice walking through a controls design decision out loud, explaining your reasoning clearly without a whiteboard, so your thought process comes through on video.
Remote Lead Control Systems Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote lead control systems engineer job?
Target companies with distributed engineering teams or remote-first operations in industrial automation, energy, and defense, where lead control systems engineers are routinely embedded in projects without being on-site. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and proficiency with remote collaboration tools alongside core PLC and SCADA expertise. Demonstrating that you've led projects asynchronously or coordinated with distributed teams gives you a real edge over equally qualified candidates.
Which companies hire remote lead control systems engineers?
Companies hiring remote lead control systems engineers right now include Sargent & Lundy, VERTECH, and hims & hers, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings for this role concentrate at remote-first engineering consultancies, distributed automation integrators, and large industrial firms whose control systems teams operate across multiple facilities and time zones.
Can you get a remote lead control systems engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently without on-site mentorship from day one. Your best path is building hands-on PLC and SCADA project work through personal or open-source projects, contributing to automation communities, or taking on contract work that demonstrates real deliverables. Smaller remote-first integrators and startups are more open to candidates who show initiative and documented self-taught skills.
Do you need a degree for remote lead control systems engineer jobs?
Not always, though a degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related field is a common expectation at larger firms. Remote employers weigh demonstrated proficiency in PLC programming, SCADA configuration, and control network architecture heavily, and a strong portfolio of completed systems, relevant certifications, and verifiable project outcomes can substitute for a formal degree at many remote-first and mid-size employers.
Which industries hire the most remote lead control systems engineers?
The sectors hiring the most remote lead control systems engineers are Technology & Software, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These industries rely on distributed engineering teams to design, support, and upgrade control systems across facilities in multiple locations without requiring engineers to be on-site full time.
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