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LJ Inc.

Controls Hardware Engineer

Swartz Creek, MI · On-site

$73K - $94K/yr

The Controls Hardware Engineer is responsible for the design, documentation, and the building of standard and customized industrial control systems for Automation Equipment. This position requires a ...

TAMKO

Controls Hardware Engineer

Phillipsburg, KS · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

TAMKO Building Products LLC is seeking a Controls Hardware Engineer to support our company ... Design and review ICSH installations and hardware documentation to ensure compliance with ...

TAMKO

Controls Hardware Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$74K - $96K/yr

TAMKO Building Products LLC is seeking a Controls Hardware Engineer to support our company ... Design and review ICSH installations and hardware documentation to ensure compliance with ...

ANDRITZ Schuler Inc.

Controls Hardware Engineer

Canton, MI · On-site

$77K - $100K/yr

BRIEF DESCRIPTION: The Controls Engineer is a member of a team of electric and controls ... Hardware design and development * Design and develop the layout of control systems including all ...

Slate River Systems Inc

Sr Controls Systems Engineer

$144K - $182K/yr

Hardware Design, PLC Software, SCADA Design and Emulation; Field Commissioning; and Final Acceptance. * Acts as a subject matter expert in hardware design/Mechanical Design as it relates to Controls ...

Andritz

Controls Hardware Engineer

Canton, MI · On-site

$77K - $100K/yr

BRIEF DESCRIPTION: The Controls Engineer is a member of a team of electric and controls ... Hardware design and development * Design and develop the layout of control systems including all ...

TAMKO

Controls Hardware Engineer

Tuscaloosa, AL · On-site

$74K - $96K/yr

TAMKO Building Products LLC is seeking a Controls Hardware Engineer to support our company ... Design and review ICSH installations and hardware documentation to ensure compliance with ...

TAMKO

Controls Hardware Engineer

Joplin, MO · On-site

$74K - $96K/yr

TAMKO Building Products LLC is seeking a Controls Hardware Engineer to support our company ... Design and review ICSH installations and hardware documentation to ensure compliance with ...

TAMKO

Controls Hardware Engineer

Phillipsburg, KS · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

TAMKO Building Products LLC is seeking a Controls Hardware Engineer to support our company ... Design and review ICSH installations and hardware documentation to ensure compliance with ...

LJ Inc.

Controls Hardware Engineer

Swartz Creek, MI · On-site

$73K - $94K/yr

The Controls Hardware Engineer is responsible for the design, documentation, and the building of standard and customized industrial control systems for Automation Equipment. This position requires a ...

Davis-Standard

Controls Engineer

Fulton, NY · On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

Hardware Controls Engineer: This role focuses on electrical and controls hardware design, including schematics, wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, and bills of materials (BOMs). The selected ...

Davis-Standard

Controls Engineer

Pawcatuck, CT · On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

Hardware Controls Engineer: This role focuses on electrical and controls hardware design, including schematics, wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, and bills of materials (BOMs). The selected ...

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How much do controls hardware design jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for controls hardware design in the United States is $92,091.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,500.00 and $104,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Controls Hardware Design vs Controls Systems Engineer?

AspectControls Hardware DesignControls Systems Engineer
Primary FocusDesigning and developing control hardware componentsDesigning and integrating control systems and software
CredentialsElectrical engineering degree, hardware certificationsElectrical/software engineering degree, control system certifications
Work EnvironmentHardware labs, manufacturing facilitiesControl room, software development labs
Industry UsageManufacturing, automation, roboticsIndustrial automation, process control, systems integration

Controls Hardware Design focuses on creating the physical control components, while Controls Systems Engineer works on the overall control system integration, including software. Both roles often collaborate but differ mainly in their scope and technical focus.

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Infographic showing various Controls Hardware Design job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,091 per year, or $44.3 per hour.

Controls Hardware Engineer

Swartz Creek, MI • On-site

LJ Inc.
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$73K - $94K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

LJ Inc. is a leader in providing cutting-edge industrial, commercial, and residential turn-key solutions and dedicated to delivering exceptional services to our valued customers. With a strong commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we have established ourselves as a trusted name in the industry.
Our team is comprised of talented professionals who are passionate about what they do. We believe in providing our employees with the necessary tools, resources, and support to excel in their roles and reach their full potential.
At LJ Inc, we strive for excellence in everything we do. We embrace new technologies, methodologies, and industry trends to stay ahead of the curve. Our commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction sets us apart and drives our success.
Join our team and become part of a company that values your skills, knowledge, and contribution.
Job Summary:
The Controls Hardware Engineer is responsible for the design, documentation, and the building of standard and customized industrial control systems for Automation Equipment. This position requires a strong technical ability in the fields of controls and electrical design and is for a motivated individual who enjoys a variety of responsibility. A drive to learn and expand skills and responsibilities is a must.
Primary Functions and Responsibilities
  • Documentation of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and cooling systems (i.e.: schematics, ladder diagrams, etc.)
  • Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality, and reduced cost
  • Must have knowledge and experience using AutoCad to design controls and electrical hardware specific to customer project requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Standard industrial panel designs & components
  • Wiring methods
  • Power distribution wiring
  • Communications layout
  • Voltage levels and types and their isolation
  • MS Office Suite
  • Fieldbus Technologies (ex: Ethernet, IOLink)
  • Machine labeling syntax of electrical wiring, components, hoses, etc. and how to document this information in the schematics
  • Component sizing and wiring
  • Interfacing and communication with devices; analog, fieldbus, etc.
  • Risk Analysis

Minimum Qualifications
  • One or more of the following:
  • 3 years of on the job working in AutoCAD and Excel
  • 3 years of on the job work experience in controls design, primarily focused in Industrial Automation
  • Understand and able to apply CE, UL, NFPA, RIA, etc. electrical requirements and standards to designs
  • Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics and how these systems interact
  • Ability to adapt to/learn new controls technology and software
  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision
  • Understanding and communicating technical details

Special Position Requirements
  • Requires excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to find ways to work under pressure and still make deadlines without cutting corners or endangering the integrity of the equipment and/or the employer as a whole.
  • Willingness to participate in internal training to expand technical background
  • Organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, taking on several projects at once.
  • Capable of reading electrical drawings in JIC as well as IEC standards
  • Requires ability to interact professionally with other departments, customers and suppliers
  • Ability to analyze problems, specify solutions and implement solutions.

Work Environment
  • Operation in a professional office environment as well as machine build environment
  • Expectation of an average of 40 - 50 hours per week
  • Ability to travel up to 5%
  • Ability to work in a standing position for long periods

What we offer:
  • Competitive compensation
  • 100% company paid health insurance for employee and dependents
  • 100% company paid dental and vision for employee and dependents
  • 401k with 3% company match
  • Overtime after 8 hours
  • PTO and vacation time
  • And much more!

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