Control engineers are experts in optimizing processes, equipment, or tools by configuring smart controls to simplify actions and improve productivity. Think about the cruise control driving option in a vehicle or the dishwasher that works with the touch of one or two buttons. A controls engineer was behind those innovations and is responsible for creating many more.

 

This type of work is referred to as control system engineering. The control engineering discipline actively combines theory, design, and systems development. It requires experience with, and knowledge of, mechanical and electrical engineering, automation, and the latest information technologies. Today, control engineers typically focus on developing or maintaining two types of controls: binary and digital controls.

 

In this career, controls engineers use their analytical capabilities to troubleshoot issues, examine processes, maintain equipment controls, and find creative solutions to system inefficiencies. Innovative problem-solvers by nature, control engineers must frequently conduct research, experiment, and investigate new systems controls or improvements to achieve smooth operations. They regularly work alongside project control engineers or process control engineers to streamline processes within a project, as planned and on schedule. Control engineers may also be required to teach other engineers and technicians how to use and maintain the system controls.

 

Popular industries for control engineers include manufacturing, energy, aerospace, automotive, and beyond. As technology continues to evolve, so will control systems engineering. This means, there will be only more opportunities for control engineers!

Apply now for a job as a control engineer!

Model Based Control Engineer (w/m/d)

Location: Duisburg

Branche: Information Technology

Expertise: IT & Shared Services

Experience: 2 years

Erstellung von Spezifikationen basierend auf vom Team oder von Stakeholdern definierten Anforderungen (Requirements-Engineering) Design und Entwicklung basierend auf den Anforderungen Simulink-/Stateflow-Modellentwicklung, Schreiben und Integrieren von Code mit der Controller Middleware Definierung und Implementierung von Tests Sicherstellung der Korrektheit des Codes sowie dessen Anwendbarkeit Unterstützung der Labor- und Testingenieure durch Definition von Tests, Entwicklung von Werkzeugen und Analyse von Daten Technischer Support und Troubleshooting für Steuerungsrelevante Probleme

Project Controls Engineer

Location: Doha

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 5 years

Develop and maintain project schedules, cost estimates, and budgets, ensuring alignment with project objectives and company policies.Monitor project performance, identify variances, and implement corrective actions to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.Provide financial management support, including cost control, forecasting, and reporting.Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely project reporting.Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for project-related risks.Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements in all project controls activities.Maintain accurate records of project schedules, cost estimates, and related documentation.Provide guidance and support to junior project controls engineers and other team members.

Senior Onshore Project Controls Engineer

Location: Carros

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Quality Management

Experience: 0 years

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Onshore Project Controls Engineer to join our team for a transformative refinery project. This position requires expertise in EPC/EPCm contracts administration, specifically with at least 15 years in the field and 5 years dedicated to onshore O&G industrial projects. Start date: ASAPLocation: Carros, FranceDuration: 6 Months Manage and administer site contracts within an EPCm scheme. Coordinate across various departments ensuring smooth operations. Negotiate and manage construction contractor's compensation claims and prepare defense strategies. Handle administrative tasks such as preparing MoMs, updating logs, and supervising document filings. Ensure compliance with project milestones through effective contract management. Required Skills & Expertise: Expert Level in Claim Management: Handle claims effectively, prepare defense strategies, and negotiate settlements. Superior Communication Skills: Must be able to influence stakeholders and manage complex information flow. Project Management Proficiency: Experience in handling large scale projects with proficiency in all project phases. Multilingual Abilities: Fluency in French and English is required. Elementary proficiency in other languages is beneficial. Detailed Contractual Knowledge: Deep understanding of contract preparation, negotiation, and administration processes specific to the EPC sector.

Project Control Engineer

Location: Bangalore

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Research & Development

Experience: 4 years

Position: Project Control Engineer.Contract: On Permanent Role.

Control & Protection Engineer for HVDC Studies - proaktiv (w/m/d)

Location: Ingolstadt

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 2 years

Entwicklung und Implementierung von Steuerungssystemen für HVDC-Anlagen zur effizienten und sicheren Energieübertragung Gestaltung und Optimierung von Schutzstrategien, um die Systemstabilität und -sicherheit in verschiedenen Betriebsszenarien zu gewährleisten Durchführung von Simulationen und Leistungsanalysen zur Bewertung der Effizienz, Stabilität und Zuverlässigkeit von HVDC-Systemen Sicherstellung der nahtlosen Kompatibilität von HVDC-Anlagen mit bestehenden AC-Netzen, inklusive Netzintegration und -stabilität Erstellung technischer Dokumentationen, Berichte und Analysen zur Unterstützung von Projektentwicklungen und zur Sicherstellung der Transparenz Enge Zusammenarbeit mit interdisziplinären Ingenieurteams, um technische Lösungen abzustimmen und die Projekte erfolgreich umzusetzen

Machinery Control Engineering Specialist

Location: Doha

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 5 years

Provide a variety of Machinery Control Engineering supports (in the areas of GE, CCC, DCS, DLN tuning, etc.) to contribute to the division strategy and goals which includes design reviews, studies, commissioning, start-up, failure analysis and advanced troubleshooting as part of punch list and warranty claim resolutions, and Management of Change.Review, validate and support development of advanced machinery control schemes of machines and its drivers (Gas turbine, Steam turbine and variable frequency drives for motor) of new projects to achieve high standards of Reliability, Availability and Cyber Security.Review and develop testing procedures like surge tests, DLN tuning, Machine Test Runs and performance tuning for turbo machinery systems and DCS controls for machineries.Support Factory Acceptance Tests and review performance test results of machines.Validate machinery performance with theoretical calculation and compare to OEM performance maps and actual performance at site.Develop plans and work schedules to ensure effective completion of tasks and activities, meeting the section and division KPIs.Provide technical inputs related to area of expertise to other disciplines and functions as per requirements to support overall business objectives with the key focus being in the area of process and machine interactions.Control and supervise the activities undertaken by contractors, consultants and service providers.Guide less experienced engineers in implementing the company integrity and reliability systems.Maintain Issue Register identifying and resolving critical issues including new technology risks (under area of responsibility) which could impact new project Reliability, Availability and Cyber Security.Prepares discipline handover packages for operating company following startup.Support high risk commissioning activities for high complexities & large-scale projects by (a) undertaking stringent system surveillance, (b) tuning and optimizing machinery control systems, and (c) providing advisory supports to Operations and Maintenance.

Instrument & Control Engineer

Location: Doha

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 5 years

Responsible for provision of the required quality technical support in the area of Instrumentation, Control systems, Telecommunication engineering expertise through all stages of the project.Verify and review technical designs documents in accordance with approved standards and to meet Operations, Maintenance, Asset Integrity, HSE, ICT and Cyber Security requirements.Ensure Scope Preparation Completeness Review and hands on experience in DCS, ESD, Fire & Gas, SCADA systems, SIL ratings, SIF, Field instrumentation, Cabling, Junction Boxes, Local control panels, Field HMIs, transmitters, Detectors, Vibration probes, thermowells, Fibre optic cables, Communication converters, Metering systems, Field panels, Control valves, Loop checks, Marshalling panels, system Cabinets, PLC cabinets, CPU IOs, Modbus, Operator consoles, PAGA system, RTU, RF, Microwave radios, switches, Servers, NTP Servers, GSM Modems etc.Plan and coordinate between Operations, Maintenance Asset Integrity, HSE, ICT and Cyber Security teams to ensure project requirements are met and aligned.Identifies potential hazards during Engineering activities (as applicable) such as Document Review, Design Safety Review workshop, HAZID, ENVID, HAZOP, QRA, FERA, etc., participates in technical meetings, commissioning activities, SAT, Plant pre-start up safety audits, performance tests raises punch lists and provide support to operations and maintenance teams in various stages of project activities.Coordinate with Engineering, Project execution departments and Operations & Maintenance teams during projects’ FEED and EPIC stages to align Operations and Maintenance, Asset Integrity and HSE requirements.Coordinate with all relevant stakeholders and resolve relevant technical issues, punch lists during pre-commissioning and commissioning stages until the projects are successfully commissioned and handed over.Support Lead engineer or supervisor to ensure that all applicable environmental, process and safety technical policies are fully integrated and implemented.Ensure SIMOPS, Various Project Interfaces so that Shutdown Activities are properly planned for effective execution.Support development of Qatari team.Ensure technical deliverables with respect to quality, safety of designs to the required standards are considered by all relevant stakeholders in project engineering and asset operations.Responsible for assurance of asset and plant operations as per approved design engineering documents in his discipline area.

Export Control Specialist (w/m/d)

Location: Linz

Branche: Infrastructure

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 2 years

Sie beraten und unterstützen interne Fachabteilungen in Fragen zu export- und produktrechtlichen Themen. Sie prüfen Exportaktivitäten im Hinblick auf nationale und internationale Vorschriften, einschließlich Dual-Use-Regelungen, EAR, Embargos und Sanktionen. Sie stellen die Einhaltung nationaler und internationaler Produkt-Compliance-Vorgaben sicher. Sie analysieren Verträge auf relevante Exportkontrollvorschriften. Sie erfassen und dokumentieren Prüfergebnisse, zollrechtliche Tarifierungen und Dual-Use-Bewertungen. Sie treiben die Digitalisierung und Optimierung interner Prozesse voran. Sie erstellen Marktzugangsanalysen zur Bewertung neuer Absatzmärkte.

Quality Configuration Control & CAMO LfzTDoc (m/w/d)

Location: Donauwörth

Branche: Aerospace

Expertise: Quality Management

Experience: 3 years

In der Position als Quality Configuration Control & CAMO Luftfahrzeug-Dokumentation (m/w/d) übernehmen Sie eine zentrale Rolle in der Verwaltung und Pflege luftfahrzeugbezogener Daten und Unterlagen. Zu Ihren Aufgaben gehört die Pflege relevanter Daten im System SASPF sowie die Erstellung entsprechender Datenblätter. Darüber hinaus führen Sie Lebenslaufakten, Inspektions- und Wartungsnachweise und sorgen für die lückenlose Dokumentation im SASPF. Sie sind verantwortlich für die Dokumentation und Pflege des Bauzustands des Hubschraubers sowie für die Betriebsdaten und koordinieren den Aus- und Einbau von Equipments. Sie bereiten die erforderlichen Daten und Dokumente im SASPF für die Ground-Run-Freigabe, die Flugfreigabe sowie für die Auslieferung des Hubschraubers vor und übernehmen den Abschluss von Meldungen und Aufträgen innerhalb des Systems. Zudem erstellen, verwalten und archivieren Sie Lebenslaufakten sowie alle relevanten Helicopter-Dokumente unter Berücksichtigung der luftrechtlichen Vorgaben. Auch die Erstellung des Bordbuchs sowie die Pflege von Updates im Rahmen der Übernahme oder Übergabe des Hubschraubers fällt in Ihren Aufgabenbereich. Darüber hinaus unterstützen Sie die Übergabeprozesse an den Kunden aktiv und wirken bei der Einweisung von Mitarbeitern mit Prüfaufgaben mit. Bei technischen Problemstellungen stehen Sie beratend zur Seite und fungieren als kompetenter Ansprechpartner für Kunden, mit denen Sie bei Bedarf direkt in Kontakt treten.

Software Engineer (f/m/x)

Location: Kaiserslautern

Branche: Information Technology

Expertise: IT & Shared Services

Experience: 1 years

Contribute to the creation of software design by analyzing software requirements Develop and implement embedded software solutions tailored for display and embedded controller applications Ensure the delivery of high-quality and reliable software by performing comprehensive software testing, including unit testing Collaborate closely with the Systems and Product Verification and Validation teams to deliver integrated software solutions that meet the highest quality standards

Common control engineer responsibilities  

A control engineer is responsible for performing a range of important engineering tasks. Responsibilities may include:

Analyzing processes and systems for areas of optimization with controls for continuous improvement;

 

  • Designing, developing, and implementing controls using algorithms and technical tools and approaches;
  • Managing and maintaining controls in larger systems and processes to facilitate smooth and safe operations;
  • Troubleshooting control system issues to fix them to ensure high productivity;
  • Developing software and hardware for controls, guiding installation as needed;
  • Implementing solutions using robotic process automation (RPA) as required;
  • Drafting technical documentation and reports on control systems;
  • Creating technical drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) software;
  • Collaborating with customers, engineers, managers, and specialists to develop and deploy the controls in products;
  • Tracking progress and delivering control systems engineering results in line with agreed project timelines and budgets;
  • Ensuring compliance with relevant requirements, codes, and certifications, and in line with customer needs and demands;
  • Leading trainings on system or process controls and equipment as needed;
    Assuring the safety and security of team members.

Qualifications for control engineers

Control engineers should have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or related. In some countries, an engineering license may also be required.

Additional supporting skills and experience include:

 

  • 2-4+ years of engineering experience;
  • Solid understanding of construction methods; materials, forces;
  • Excellent applied physics, math, and design skills;
  • Proficiency in using diverse computer software, including the latest design, modeling, and calculation software like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Matlab/LabView, or similar;
  • Experience in project management;
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to be able to work easily with customers, engineers, technicians, and other team members;
  • Some work experience gained through an apprenticeship or in a relevant role is an advantage.