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Dexterity

Controls Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

About the Role You will join as a Controls Engineer within Dexterity's Product Engineering Team, contributing to the development of embedded systems that power our robotic platforms. This role sits ...

Mind Robotics

Controls Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

We're looking for a Controls Engineer to own the algorithms and software that make our robots move well -- from low‑level actuator loop design to full‑body motion control and the simulation ...

Bloom Energy

Principal Controls Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$176K - $253K/yr

We are looking for a Principal Controls Engineer to join our team in one of today's most exciting technologies. This role will report to Sr. Director, Controls Engineering and based in San Jose, CA ...

BNH

Electrical Controls Engineer

Mountain View, CA

$134K - $178K/yr

Electrical Controls Engineer Location: NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA (NFAC) Job Family Code: O - Engineering Function/Branch: Engineering/NFAC Directorate: Test Operations Position ...

BNH

Electrical Controls Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$134K - $178K/yr

Electrical Controls Engineer Location: NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA (NFAC) Job Family Code: O - Engineering Function/Branch: Engineering/NFAC Directorate: Test Operations Position ...

Bloom Energy

Principal Controls Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$176K - $253K/yr

We are looking for a Principal Controls Engineer to join our team in one of today's most exciting technologies. This role will report to Sr. Director, Controls Engineering and based in San Jose, CA ...

BNH

Electrical Controls Engineer

Mountain View, CA

$97K - $128K/yr

Electrical Controls Engineer Location: NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA (NFAC) Job Family Code: O - Engineering Function/Branch: Engineering/NFAC Directorate: Test Operations Position ...

BNH

Electrical Controls Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$97K - $128K/yr

Electrical Controls Engineer Location: NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA (NFAC) Job Family Code: O - Engineering Function/Branch: Engineering/NFAC Directorate: Test Operations Position ...

BNH

Electrical Controls Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$134K - $178K/yr

Electrical Controls Engineer Location: NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA (NFAC) Job Family Code: O - Engineering Function/Branch: Engineering/NFAC Directorate: Test Operations Position ...

BNH

Electrical Controls Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$97K - $128K/yr

Electrical Controls Engineer Location: NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA (NFAC) Job Family Code: O - Engineering Function/Branch: Engineering/NFAC Directorate: Test Operations Position ...

Gradient Robotics

Controls Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$98K - $127K/yr

About the role We're looking for a Controls Engineer to own motion from command to actuator. You'll design and tune the control loops that let our machines do sub-millimeter precision work under real ...

Gradient Robotics

Controls Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

About the role We're looking for a Controls Engineer to own motion from command to actuator. You'll design and tune the control loops that let our machines do sub-millimeter precision work under real ...

BNH

Electrical Controls Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$97K - $128K/yr

Electrical Controls Engineer Location: NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA (NFAC) Job Family Code: O - Engineering Function/Branch: Engineering/NFAC Directorate: Test Operations Position ...

BNH

Electrical Controls Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$134K - $178K/yr

Electrical Controls Engineer Location: NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA (NFAC) Job Family Code: O - Engineering Function/Branch: Engineering/NFAC Directorate: Test Operations Position ...

Lyten, Inc.

Automation Controls Engineer

San Jose, CA

$97K - $129K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering,CSor a closely related field (or equivalent hands-on experience) * Experience with Siemens TIA Portal, Mitsubishi GX Works, and Allen ...

Human Computer Lab

Controls Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$98K - $127K/yr

What to expect We're looking for a controls/mechatronics engineer who wants to own the systems that make LeLamp move, respond, and feel alive. You'll work at the intersection of hardware and software ...

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How much do engineer controls engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for engineer controls engineer in Alameda, CA is $109,453.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,600.00 and $122,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Engineer Controls Engineer vs Electrical Engineer?

AspectControls EngineerElectrical Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Controls Engineering; certifications like Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST)Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering; Professional Engineer (PE) license often preferred
Work EnvironmentIndustrial settings, manufacturing plants, automation facilitiesPower plants, electronics, telecommunications, industrial facilities
Industry UsageAutomation, manufacturing, process controlPower systems, electronics, telecommunications

Controls Engineers focus on designing, developing, and maintaining control systems for automation and manufacturing processes, while Electrical Engineers work on electrical systems, power distribution, and electronic devices. Both roles require similar credentials and often overlap in industrial environments, but their primary responsibilities and areas of expertise differ.

How much do controls engineers get paid?

Controls engineers typically earn a median annual salary between $70,000 and $100,000, depending on experience, location, and industry. Entry-level positions may start around $60,000, while experienced professionals with specialized skills or certifications can earn over $110,000. Salaries can also vary based on the complexity of control systems and the use of programming tools like PLCs and SCADA systems.

What does a controls engineer do?

A controls engineer designs, develops, and maintains control systems used to operate machinery and processes in manufacturing, automation, and industrial settings. They work with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), sensors, and software to ensure systems function efficiently and safely, often requiring knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering. Controls engineers also troubleshoot issues, optimize system performance, and may hold certifications in automation or control systems.

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Controls Engineer

Dexterity

Redwood City, CA • On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

About Dexterity
At Dexterity, we believe robots can positively transform the world. Our breakthrough technology frees people to do the creative, inspiring, problem-solving jobs that humans do best by enabling robots to handle repetitive and physically difficult work.
We're starting with warehouse automation, where the need for smarter, more resilient supply chains impacts millions of lives and businesses around the world. Dexterity's full-stack robotics systems pick, move, pack, and collaborate with human-like skill, awareness, and learning capabilities. Our systems are software-driven and hardware-agnostic and have already picked over 15 million goods in production. And did we mention we're customer-obsessed? Every decision, large and small, is driven by one question - how can we empower our customers with robots to do more than they thought was possible?
Dexterity is one of the fastest-growing companies in robotics, backed by world-class investors such as Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Obvious Ventures. We're a diverse and multidisciplinary team with a culture built on passion, trust, and dedication. Come join Dexterity and help make intelligent robots a reality!
About the Role
You will join as a Controls Engineer within Dexterity's Product Engineering Team, contributing to the development of embedded systems that power our robotic platforms. This role sits at the intersection of hardware, software, firmware, motion control, and system-level integration. You will collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical and software engineers to help bring robots from prototype to production and support the architecture for motion, safety, and communications. The ideal candidate brings strong mechatronics fundamentals, hands-on controls experience, and a system-level understanding of embedded hardware and software integration in the context of robotics.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain embedded software and firmware solutions for rover control systems, motion controllers, and safety subsystems.
  • Design, implement, and tune motion-control systems and associated hardware and software interfaces in our mobile robotic platforms.
  • Debug complex electromechanical systems, analyze hardware-software interaction, power systems, communications, and perform system diagnostics.
  • Bridge hardware and software teams, supporting embedded software, industrial controller logic, and ensure smooth integration between hardware and software.
  • Define and execute commissioning processes: factory bring-up of embedded systems, field deployment procedures, and over-the-air update architectures.
  • Support product development lifecycle from early prototypes through production and scaling, with attention to reliability, performance, safety, and regulatory compliance.
  • Document system architectures, control algorithms, communications protocols, and troubleshooting results, collaborating across disciplines to ensure clarity and alignment.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline.
  • Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in controls engineering, embedded systems, mechatronics, or a related field.
  • Strong fundamentals in electrical and mechanical engineering applied to robotics and motion systems.
  • Hands-on experience with motion control systems, feedback loops, servo drives, motors, and associated hardware.
  • Proficiency in embedded software development and familiarity with industrial controller environments.
  • Familiarity with communications protocols commonly used in mechatronics and robotic systems (EtherCAT, CAN bus, etc.).
  • Capability to debug system-level issues spanning hardware, firmware, and control logic
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings and able to engage with electrical and mechanical subsystem teams in depth.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with functional safety, and safety-critical systems.
  • Prior work on autonomous mobile robots, warehouse automation, or large-scale robotic deployments.
  • Familiarity with over-the-air software update systems, remote diagnostics, field-deployed robotic systems, and firmware in deployed hardware.
  • Experience with commissioning, manufacturing bring-up, system testing, production scaling, or test-fixture development.
  • Knowledge of motion-related software stacks, distributed real-time systems, and industrial system architecture.
  • Familiarity with robotic kinematics, and control algorithms used in mobile or manipulator robotics

$150,000 - $190,000 a year
Base pay is one element of our Total Rewards package which may also include comprehensive benefits and equity etc., depending on eligibility. The annual base salary range for this position is from $150,000 to $190,000. The actual base pay offered will be determined on factors such as years of relevant experience, skills, education etc. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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