Senior Control Engineer Jobs
Senior Control Engineer jobs are open across oil and gas, manufacturing, utilities, and defense, from mid-career to principal and staff level, with specializations in PLC programming, distributed control systems, and process automation. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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We are looking for a skilled Controls Engineer to become a key member of our manufacturing operations in Metro Detroit. This permanent, direct-hire opportunity offers a chance to contribute to our ongoing production success.
Core Responsibilities:
- Develop comprehensive electrical control designs, utilizing AutoCAD to produce schematics for both new assembly systems and equipment retrofits.
- Collaborate with the engineering department to select and integrate robotic welding peripherals, such as torches, weld guns, cabling, tool changers, and maintenance accessories, to ensure optimal system performance.
- Maintain and develop PLC and HMI software solutions directly on the production floor to support seamless equipment operation.
This position is a salaried, full-time role that functions as a core part of our staff, reporting directly to the Engineering Manager.
Professional Qualifications:
- Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, or alternatively, hold five or more years of relevant industry experience or a balanced mix of training and professional background.
- Demonstrate technical proficiency in utilizing Allen Bradley Microview software and Fanuc programming environments.
- Apply expertise in Motoman robotic programming systems.
Technical Proficiencies:
- Expertise in diagnosing and resolving PLC issues.
- Strong general analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Competency in programming industrial robotic systems.
- Application of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to improve production outcomes.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing PLC code.
Hardware and Systems:
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
- Servo Motors
We are looking for a skilled Controls Engineer to become a key member of our manufacturing operations in Metro Detroit. This permanent, direct-hire opportunity offers a chance to contribute to our ongoing production success.
Core Responsibilities:
- Develop comprehensive electrical control designs, utilizing AutoCAD to produce schematics for both new assembly systems and equipment retrofits.
- Collaborate with the engineering department to select and integrate robotic welding peripherals, such as torches, weld guns, cabling, tool changers, and maintenance accessories, to ensure optimal system performance.
- Maintain and develop PLC and HMI software solutions directly on the production floor to support seamless equipment operation.
This position is a salaried, full-time role that functions as a core part of our staff, reporting directly to the Engineering Manager.
Professional Qualifications:
- Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, or alternatively, hold five or more years of relevant industry experience or a balanced mix of training and professional background.
- Demonstrate technical proficiency in utilizing Allen Bradley Microview software and Fanuc programming environments.
- Apply expertise in Motoman robotic programming systems.
Technical Proficiencies:
- Expertise in diagnosing and resolving PLC issues.
- Strong general analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Competency in programming industrial robotic systems.
- Application of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to improve production outcomes.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing PLC code.
Hardware and Systems:
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
- Servo Motors
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Eaton29
- Ryder System26
- Rivian24
- Burns & McDonnell23
- Amazon22
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services269
- Manufacturing201
- Electronics & Hardware159
- Technology & Software140
- Construction & Real Estate88
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior control engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, chemical, or mechanical engineering
- Five or more years of hands-on control system design and implementation experience
- Proficiency with PLC programming in ladder logic, function block, or structured text
- Experience with DCS platforms such as DeltaV, Honeywell Experion, or ABB 800xA
- Familiarity with P&IDs, instrument datasheets, and ISA standards
- Professional Engineer license or progress toward PE certification preferred
Tips for Your Senior Control Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to control platforms
Hiring managers scan for specific platforms like Rockwell, Siemens, or ABB before reading anything else. List the DCS and SCADA systems you've configured by name, version where relevant, and the industries you applied them in.
Quantify system scope on project bullets
Vague bullets like 'led control system upgrade' don't differentiate you. Call out I/O counts, loop quantities, or plant throughput impact so reviewers can gauge the scale of work you've owned independently.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior control engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by functional safety requirements
Roles requiring SIL assessments or IEC 61511 experience are a distinct hiring category. If you hold TÜV FSE or FSP certification, search specifically for safety instrumented systems or SIS roles so your credentials move you to the top of a shorter list.
Prepare a technical portfolio before interviews
Many panels ask you to walk through a past control narrative or P&ID you designed. Having a sanitized one-page example of a real project, with functional description and logic summary, makes that conversation concrete and credible.
Negotiate scope before accepting the offer
Ask whether the role owns commissioning through startup or hands off at FAT, because that gap significantly affects your day-to-day and your resume's next entry. Clarifying it early prevents a mismatch that's hard to correct after you start.
Senior Control Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most senior control engineers?
The companies hiring the most senior control engineers right now include Eaton, Ryder System, and Rivian, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is consistently strongest in oil and gas, chemicals, and large-scale manufacturing.
How many senior control engineer jobs are remote?
About 12% of senior control engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than most engineering disciplines because the role often requires on-site commissioning and plant access. Sub-areas like control system architecture review, documentation, and FAT support are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a senior control engineer?
You typically start with a degree in electrical, chemical, or mechanical engineering and spend several years as a controls or instrumentation engineer working on PLC and DCS configuration, loop tuning, and FAT support. From there, you build toward senior roles by owning full project life cycles, leading commissioning efforts independently, and developing expertise in a recognized platform or industry vertical such as oil and gas or pharmaceuticals.
Can you get hired as a senior control engineer with limited experience?
Direct promotion from a junior controls role is the most common path, but candidates moving from adjacent disciplines like process engineering or instrumentation can bridge the gap by demonstrating hands-on PLC or DCS configuration work, even from smaller projects. Earning a platform-specific certification from Rockwell, Siemens, or Emerson, or completing a functional safety course, signals readiness for senior responsibilities when your years of experience alone might not.
What does the senior control engineer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter or HR screen focused on platform experience and industry background, followed by a technical interview with a lead engineer or engineering manager that covers control system design, loop tuning approaches, and safety logic. A final round often includes a panel with operations or project management stakeholders and may involve walking through a past project in detail, so having a concise project narrative ready is practical preparation.
Where can I find and apply to senior control engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to senior control engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your platform experience and industry background, then apply directly to each listing.
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