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Controls Engineer

Chicago, IL ยท On-site +1

$75K - $105K/yr

BAS Controls Engineer - Chicago, IL - $75,000-$105,000 + Great Benefits + Remote FlexAbout the Opportunity: A well-established and rapidly expanding building automation provider is seeking an ...

Controls Engineer

Indianapolis, IN ยท On-site +1

$75K - $105K/yr

Remote flexibility may be available for candidates with strong BAS design experience. Position Details: * Title: BAS Controls Engineer * Location: Indianapolis, IN * Status: Full-Time | Remote ...

BAS Controls Engineer - Hybrid

Minnetonka, MN ยท On-site +1

$80K - $120K/yr

BAS Controls Engineer - Smart Building / IoT Solutions - Minnetonka, MN (On-site or Remote) - $80,000-$120,000About the Opportunity: A rapidly expanding Smart Building and IoT Solutions provider is ...

BAS - Controls Engineer

Memphis, TN ยท Remote

$81.10K - $104.90K/yr

Application Engineer - Memphis, TN - Impressive Controls Company POSITION: * Application Engineer ... remote monitoring, customized maintenance programs * Work: Mix of service, retrofit, new ...

Delta Controls Programmer

Miami, FL ยท Remote

$35 - $55/hr

Delta Controls Programmer - Florida (Remote Flexibility)About the Opportunity A large and fast-growing HVAC and Building Automation services provider is seeking experienced Delta Controls Programmers ...

Controls Engineer III

Reno, NV ยท On-site +1

$83.30K - $107.70K/yr

The Role: Controls Engineer III As a Controls Engineer III, you lead deployment, programming ... Flexibility & Remote Opportunities Whether in-office, hybrid, or fully remote, we offer the ...

Controls Engineer

Austin, TX ยท On-site +1

$72 - $110/hr

Controls Engineer This Controls Engineer role focuses on developing and supporting liquid cooling ... Work Environment This role offers a primarily remote work arrangement, allowing you to perform ...

Controls Engineer III

Sparks, NV ยท On-site +1

$83.80K - $108.40K/yr

The Role: Controls Engineer III As a Controls Engineer III, you lead deployment, programming ... Flexibility & Remote Opportunities - Whether in-office, hybrid, or fully remote, we offer the ...

Controls Engineer

Austin, TX ยท On-site +1

$72 - $110/hr

Job Title: Controls Engineer We are seeking a Controls Engineer to support the development of ... Work Environment This position offers a primarily remote work environment, with the requirement to ...

Controls Engineer

Houston, TX ยท On-site +1

$72 - $110/hr

Job Title: Controls Engineer We are seeking a Controls Engineer to support the development of ... Work Environment This position offers a primarily remote work environment, with the requirement to ...

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Controls Engineer

Houston, TX ยท On-site +1

$72 - $110/hr

Job Title: Controls Engineer We are seeking a Controls Engineer to support the development of ... Work Environment This position offers a primarily remote work environment, with the requirement to ...

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How much do remote embedded controls engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote embedded controls engineer in the United States is $137,274.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,500.00 and $163,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Embedded Controls Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Embedded Controls Engineer, you need expertise in embedded systems design, control theory, and proficiency with programming languages such as C/C++, along with a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with microcontrollers, real-time operating systems (RTOS), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation tools, and often certifications like Certified Embedded Systems Engineer (CESE) are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, self-motivation, and excellent remote communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are crucial for developing reliable embedded control solutions and collaborating effectively within distributed engineering teams.

How do Remote Embedded Controls Engineers typically collaborate with cross-functional teams given the remote work setting?

Remote Embedded Controls Engineers regularly collaborate with hardware, software, and testing teams through virtual meetings, version control platforms, and collaborative documentation tools. Clear communication and proactive status updates are essential, as team members may be distributed across different time zones. Engineers often participate in code reviews, design discussions, and troubleshooting sessions via video calls or messaging platforms, ensuring alignment on project goals and integration timelines. While remote, they are still expected to contribute actively to problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.

What are Remote Embedded Controls Engineers?

Remote Embedded Controls Engineers are professionals who design, develop, and maintain embedded control systems for various devices or machinery, while working from a remote location. They work with both hardware and software to ensure systems like automotive controls, industrial machines, or IoT devices function as intended. Their responsibilities include writing firmware, debugging control systems, integrating sensors and actuators, and ensuring real-time performance. Remote positions allow them to collaborate with teams and manage projects using online tools, making this role accessible from anywhere with an internet connection.

What is the difference between Remote Embedded Controls Engineer vs Remote Firmware Engineer?

AspectRemote Embedded Controls EngineerRemote Firmware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering; experience with embedded systemsBachelor's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related; proficiency in embedded programming
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing embedded control systems for machinery and automationDeveloping low-level firmware for devices and hardware components
Industry UsageManufacturing, robotics, industrial automationConsumer electronics, IoT devices, hardware startups

While both roles involve embedded systems, the Remote Embedded Controls Engineer focuses on designing and integrating control systems for machinery, whereas the Remote Firmware Engineer specializes in developing firmware that runs directly on hardware components. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in scope and application.

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Staff Embedded Controls Engineer, Body Controls

Staff Embedded Controls Engineer, Body Controls

Ford Motor Company

Palo Alto, CA โ€ข On-site, Remote

$129.60K - $244.68K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Embedded Controls Software Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded development supporting complex, distributed, safety critical embedded systems. Has hands-on experience developing drivers and controlling actuators for low-voltage motors and lighting control.

Body systems span a diverse range of critical customer-facing attributes, hardware, and software. The team is responsible for controls of seats, tailgate, windows, latches, wipers, mirrors, various sensing systems, interior and exterior lighting, and control of other small motors in the vehicle domains. We work very closely with the interiors team, exteriors teams, low voltage electrical architects, and UI/UX team to deliver the best end-to-end user experience.

You'll have...
Master's degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science, with evidence of exceptional ability, or equivalent experience.
7+ years of experience on electrical hardware applications, prototype bring-up, and systems development.
7+ years of experience with Vehicle Network Protocols such as CAN, LIN & Automotive Ethernet
Strong EE fundamentals and hands-on experience with electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, power supplies, etc.)
7+ years of experience using embedded networking interface tools for automotive, aerospace, or similar field.
Experience and working knowledge of systems development, vehicle architecture, battery technologies, software/hardware tool development, motor calibration technologies, OBD calibration, functional safety, network, and diagnostics process
Experience with creating and executing component-level test procedures and owning all test results.


Even better, you may have...
Highly collaborative mindset and strong communication skills
Experience in driver development and RTOS integration.
Experience with software build tools like Bazel, Scons, Cmake etc.
Experience with fundamental hardware components on PCB and their analysis tools.
Ability to write testing scripts for using scripting languages (Python)
Fluent in software fundamentals including software design and maintainability.
Hands-on experience in hardware bring-up, system debugging, and codeoptimization.
Knowledge ofelectrical engineering fundamentals including circuit analysis and design

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!


As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.


This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $129,600-244,680.


For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid (onsite four days per week) for candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location or remote for non-local candidates. #LI-Hybrid #LI-Remote

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What you'll do...

Create control/estimation algorithms for various body control features like window control, closure system, and lighting.
Lead the design and integration of various body controls hardware components on electrical test assets such as benches, bucks, labcars, and vehicles.
Collaborate with software integration teams to bring up core functions and broadcast software level requirements to electrical hardware and systems teams.
Understand functional safety principles and participate in functional safety analyses of complex vehicle subsystems.
Develop comprehensive test plans and perform thorough testing to validate firmware functionality, stability, and performance under various conditions, including low power modes.
Spearhead body controls feature development, working cross-functionally with hardware, software, architecture, and many other teams to author feature boundary diagrams and validation strategies.
Author subsystem block diagrams and lead subsystem reviews through all vehicle program development phases
Early phases of firmware development will focus on hardware validation, labcar testing, and setting up the automation framework for unit, SIL and HIL testing.


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About Ford

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At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow's transportation.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Doral, FL, US

Year founded

1982