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Engineer Controls Engineer Jobs in Lafayette, LA

Lead Electrical Engineer

Lafayette, LA

$152K - $159K/yr

We are a systems integration and engineering services company with a passion for tearing down ... Ability to read, interpret, and develop controls for motor starting equipment, switchgear, and ...

Scale validated PoCs into MVPs, building in the engineering rigor (testing, CI/CD, monitoring, security controls) required to support real users. . Design and execute pilot programs to validate MVPs ...

Nuclear Engineer

Washington, LA

$76K - $92K/yr

Job Title: Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component: Officer • Active ... controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners ...

Nuclear Engineer

Rayne, LA

$81K - $98K/yr

Job Title: Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component: Officer • Active ... controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners ...

Nuclear Engineer

Mamou, LA

$71K - $86K/yr

Job Title: Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component: Officer • Active ... controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners ...

Nuclear Engineer

Henderson, LA

$75K - $89K/yr

Job Title: Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component: Officer • Active ... controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners ...

Nuclear Engineer

Loreauville, LA

$80K - $96K/yr

Job Title: Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component: Officer • Active ... controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners ...

Nuclear Engineer

Maurice, LA

$81K - $97K/yr

Job Title: Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component: Officer • Active ... controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners ...

Nuclear Engineer

Iota, LA

$83K - $100K/yr

Job Title: Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component: Officer • Active ... controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners ...

Nuclear Engineer

Milton, LA

$76K - $91K/yr

Job Title: Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component: Officer • Active ... controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners ...

Cloud Architect/Engineer - Senior

Lafayette, LA · On-site

$53.25 - $71.25/hr

Cloud engineers are responsible for implementing and maintaining security measures to protect cloud based systems and data, including access controls, encryption, and network security.

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How much do engineer controls engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for engineer controls engineer in Lafayette, LA is $92,227.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,700.00 and $103,100.00 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.

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Lead Electrical Engineer

Tetra Tech

Lafayette, LA

$152K - $159K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Tetra Tech rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

395th of 441 rated engineering


Job description

We are a systems integration and engineering services company with a passion for tearing down industrial inefficiencies. We believe that systems integration is fundamental to leveraging new and well-established technologies against operational challenges in the manufacturing and industrial ecosystem. Our objective is to be the trusted, first-choice service provider for delivering best-in-class operational technology to control, automate, operate, analyze and optimize assets.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Leading the design effort for complete electrical system construction and integration.
  • Producing project plans, drawings, schedules and specifications as required to meet client expectations. 
  • Performing all calculations required to ensure a safe and cost-effective design that adheres to applicable codes. 
  • Leading systems and electrical engineering staff with regard to career growth, continuous learning, and project performance. 
  • Developing and applying standards of design and practice in projects, using effective judgement as required for specific project requirements. 
  • Coordinating with third party engineering disciplines as it pertains to the electrical system design. 
  • Performing site walks and field verification as required to develop accurate designs, resolve coordination issues, and ultimately provide solutions to the client. 
  • Performing FAT, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities. 
  • Ensuring that all work is properly checked in accordance with Standards & Procedures. 
  • Coordinating activities with Project Managers and Technical Engineers. 
  • Adhering to all health and safety policies and guidelines. 
  • Travel required - Ranging from occasional (two to three-day trips) to frequent (one day trips), with travel time often concentrated in bunches. 
Required Skills:
  • Ability to execute an electrical design project to produce a complete electrical construction package. This package will detail everything from the generator or utility service entrance to low voltage DC control wiring. This includes elevations, layouts, dimensional drawings, area plans, power/lighting/control/grounding plans and details, cable schedules, interconnects, demolition drawings, network diagrams, and anything else required to construct a completely integrated electrical and control system. 
  • 10+ years of technical experience with low voltage and medium voltage power system design. 
  • Strong understanding of electric power systems, electrical distribution, switchgear automation, and power system controls. 
  • Proficiency in conducting electrical power system studies. Experience using ETAP software is preferred, but equivalent software experience is valued. 
  • Strong understanding of grounding system principles, applications and theory. 
  • Strong understanding of electrical three-phase machine theory and applications. 
  • Familiarity with automation and control systems, instrumentation and electrical (I&E) engineering and principles for industrial facilities.
  • Ability to specify transformers, variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor starters, switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs) and related electrical distribution equipment. 
  • Ability to read, interpret, and develop controls for motor starting equipment, switchgear, and related electrical equipment. 
  • Ability to specify, develop settings for, and program multifunction relays for power system applications. 
  • Experience with grounding system configurations, including solid, high resistance, etc. 
  • Familiarity with generator operational characteristics, governance and voltage regulation systems. 
  • Ability to train and mentor project and system engineers throughout the project lifecycle. 
  • Directly interface with clients and company management to report project status, risks and resolutions. 
  • Work as a project lead with direct interaction to customer stakeholders. 
  • Strong understanding of project execution and construction sequencing principles. 
  • Strong communication and computer skills are required. 
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability and intent to obtain licensure quickly. Desired states of licensure: Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma.
  • Strong familiarity with the National Electric Code (NEC) and National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) standards. Familiarity with IEC or other international standards is a plus. 
  • Drafting/design experience with AutoCAD is preferred, similar CAD system experience is also valued. 
  • Experience with Revit, Navisworks, and/or AutoCAD Electrical is a plus. 
Benefits:
  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Paid time off
  • Performance Bonus
  • Career Growth Opportunities and Training
WHY TIGA

In addition to rewarding job opportunities and continuous growth, we offer an enjoyable working environment, where teamwork and respectful collaboration is highly valued. We offer the benefits of a midsized local office atmosphere backed by a large network of highly skilled professionals.


TIGA, a Tetra Tech Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties.

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