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Controls Engineer I Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Controls Engineer I

Sanford, FL ยท On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

... Engineers at all levels (I-III), recognizing contributions to project success, technical excellence, and company growth. Typical Experience Range: * Level I: Early-career automation/controls ...

Controls Engineer I

Sanford, FL ยท On-site

$75K - $160K/yr

... Engineers at all levels (I-III), recognizing contributions to project success, technical excellence, and company growth. Typical Experience Range: * Level I: Early-career automation/controls ...

Controls Engineer I

Sanford, FL ยท On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

... Engineers at all levels (I-III), recognizing contributions to project success, technical excellence, and company growth. Typical Experience Range: * Level I: Early-career automation/controls ...

Controls Engineer

Jacksonville, FL ยท On-site

$77K - $100K/yr

Controls Engineer Location: Greater Jacksonville, Florida Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire ... Configure industrial networks, drives, instrumentation, remote I/O, and related equipment. Perform ...

Controls Engineer

Jacksonville, FL ยท On-site

$77K - $100K/yr

Controls Engineer Location: Greater Jacksonville, Florida Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire ... Configure industrial networks, drives, instrumentation, remote I/O, and related equipment. Perform ...

Engineer I, Controls

Orlando, FL ยท On-site

$77K - $100K/yr

Engineer I, Controls Apply now Job no: 667237 Work type: Regular (Full-Time) Location: Orlando Categories: Technical - Other, Engineering, Orlando - Technical Services JOB SUMMARY: Performs basic re ...

PLC Controls Engineer II

Tampa, FL ยท On-site

$76K - $98K/yr

PLC Controls Engineer II Job Type: Full-Time Location: Multiple Locations Across the USA Travel: Up ... Support PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, safety devices, relays, and distributed I/O. * Create and ...

PLC Controls Engineer II

Tampa, FL ยท On-site

$78K - $102K/yr

PLC Controls Engineer II Job Type: Full-Time Location: Multiple Locations Across the USA Travel: Up ... Support PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, safety devices, relays, and distributed I/O. * Create and ...

Controls Engineer III

Sanford, FL ยท On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

Description About the Role Integration/Controls Engineers (Level I-III) is a scalable engineering role designed to support a range of experience levels across our automation team. This position may ...

Controls Engineer III

Sanford, FL ยท On-site

$75K - $160K/yr

This role is leveled I-III. Placement will be determined throughout the interview process based on rรฉsumรฉ review, technical discussion, and skill assessment. Candidates may be aligned at Level I ...

Controls Engineer III

Sanford, FL ยท On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

About the Role Integration/Controls Engineers (Level I-III) is a scalable engineering role designed to support a range of experience levels across our automation team. This position may report out of ...

Engineer I, Controls

Orlando, FL ยท On-site

$77K - $100K/yr

... controls and control fault analysis/isolation in a theme park. * Or 5+ years of engineering ... Ethernet I/P, EtherCAT, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, ControlNet, Data Highway Plus, Remote I/O ...

Engineer I, Controls

Orlando, FL ยท On-site

$77K - $100K/yr

... controls and control fault analysis/isolation in a theme park. * Or 5+ years of engineering ... Ethernet I/P, EtherCAT, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, ControlNet, Data Highway Plus, Remote I/O ...

Controls Engineer II

Sanford, FL ยท On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

About the Role Automation Engineer (Level I-III) is a scalable engineering role designed to support a range of experience levels across our automation team. This position may report out of either ...

Controls Engineer II

Sanford, FL ยท On-site

$75K - $160K/yr

This role is leveled I-III. Placement will be determined throughout the interview process based on rรฉsumรฉ review, technical discussion, and skill assessment. Candidates may be aligned at Level I ...

Description About the Role Automation Engineer (Level I-III) is a scalable engineering role ... Early-career automation/controls experience * Level II: 3-5+ years in automation, controls, or ...

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What is the difference between Controls Engineer I vs Controls Engineer II?

CriteriaControls Engineer IControls Engineer II
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering; Basic PLC and automation knowledgeSame as Controls Engineer I, with additional experience
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, automation facilitiesSimilar environments with increased project responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, automation, process industriesSame industries, more complex projects

Controls Engineer I typically handles basic automation tasks and has foundational knowledge, while Controls Engineer II takes on more complex projects with greater responsibilities. Both roles require similar credentials and work in comparable environments, but the II level involves more experience and technical expertise.

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Infographic showing various Controls Engineer I job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Controls Engineer I

Sanford, FL โ€ข On-site

CLX Engineering
51 - 200 employees

$75K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Support or lead technical aspects of automation projects from design through commissioning.

  • Design and develop control systems across electrical, mechanical, and IT disciplines.

  • Develop, review, and/or approve PLC/HMI code, drawings, and documentation.


Job description

Description:

About the Role 

Automation Engineer (Level I–III) is a scalable engineering role designed to support a range of experience levels across our automation team. This position may report out of either Atlanta (Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport) or our Sanford, FL Headquarters, depending on project assignment and operational needs.  


This role is leveled I–III. Placement will be determined throughout the interview process based on résumé review, technical discussion, and skill assessment. Candidates may be aligned at Level I, II, or III depending on demonstrated experience, leadership capability, and technical depth. 


The posted salary range of $75,000 – $160,000 reflects the full range from Level I through Level III. At the senior end (Level III), this role serves as a technical leader on complex automation projects — owning system architecture, technical execution, and customer confidence from concept through commissioning.  


At Levels I and II, engineers support and progressively grow into greater ownership, complexity, and leadership responsibilities.


CLX Engineering also offers annual performance-based bonus opportunities for Engineers at all levels (I–III), recognizing contributions to project success, technical excellence, and company growth. Typical Experience Range:

  • Level I: Early-career automation/controls experience
  • Level II: 3–5+ years in automation, controls, or systems integration
  • Level III: 8+ years with demonstrated technical leadership

This is a performance-driven role built on trust, experience, and accountability. What You’ll Do (Level of responsibility scales based on placement.):

  • Support or lead technical aspects of automation projects from design through commissioning
  • Design and develop control systems across electrical, mechanical, and IT disciplines
  • Develop, review, and/or approve PLC/HMI code, drawings, and documentation
  • Serve as a technical point of contact for customers and project managers (Level II–III)
  • Coordinate workloads, priorities, and schedules with engineering and field teams
  • Participate in or lead design reviews and troubleshooting efforts
  • Mentor junior engineers (Level III)
  • Drive structured troubleshooting and implement permanent solutions

What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience with PLC and HMI platforms (depth expected to scale by level)
  • System integration knowledge including SCADA, industrial networks, and data flow
  • Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-accountability environments
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical capability
  • Professional communication skills; customer-facing confidence (Level II–III)
  • Technical ownership mindset and sound judgment

Impact of This Role At every level: Automation Engineers are critical to keeping airport operations running safely and efficiently. As responsibility scales, so does impact. By Level III, you are not just solving problems — you are preventing them, shaping standards, and developing the next generation of engineers. This role is built for engineers who want to grow — not just execute.  

Requirements:

Required & Preferred Experience:

  • Willingness to travel with short notice up to 30%-50%
  • Experience in live, high-pressure industrial environments
  • Strong electrical schematic and controls understanding
  • Ability to follow TSA testing requirements and execute test plans
  • Proficiency in IEC PLC languages
  • HMI experience (FactoryTalk View preferred; Ignition or Wonderware acceptable)
  • Working AutoCAD knowledge
  • Strong written and verbal documentation skills
  • Ability to supervise and coordinate with clients, vendors, and trades (Level II–III)
  • 4+ years PLC programming experience preferred for Level III (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, etc.)
  • Ability to pass TSA SIDA and background checks