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Remote Embedded Controls Engineer Jobs in Columbus, OH

Vertiv Group Corp.

Controls Engineer (Remote)

Delaware, OH · On-site +1

$79K - $102K/yr

The Senior Microgrid Controls Engineer is a key technical contributor on Vertiv's Microgrid Systems Engineering team. This position can be remote out of the US. This individual will be responsible ...

Vertiv Co

Controls Engineer (Remote)

Delaware, OH · On-site +1

$79K - $102K/yr

The Senior Microgrid Controls Engineer is a key technical contributor on Vertiv's Microgrid Systems Engineering team. This position can be remote out of the US. This individual will be responsible ...

Nexus Engineering Group

SCADA Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$85K - $120K/yr

You will work alongside protection & controls engineers, designers, project managers, and clients ... office, remote, and active project-site settings. This role may require: * Prolonged periods of ...

Nexus Engineering Group

SCADA Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$85K - $120K/yr

You will work alongside protection & controls engineers, designers, project managers, and clients ... office, remote, and active project-site settings. This role may require: * Prolonged periods of ...

Huntington

Senior Resiliency Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$70K - $140K/yr

... embedded into software delivery practices and establish appropriate governance and controls to ... Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter.

Huntington

Senior Resiliency Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$70K - $140K/yr

... embedded into software delivery practices and establish appropriate governance and controls to ... Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter.

CESO, Inc.

DevSecOps Engineer

Columbus, OH · Remote

$85K - $167K/yr

... secure remote access. * Manage Azure RBAC, managed identities, service principals, privileged ... Configure and manage SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, code quality controls, and vulnerability ...

CESO, Inc.

DevSecOps Engineer

Columbus, OH · Remote

... secure remote access. * Manage Azure RBAC, managed identities, service principals, privileged ... Configure and manage SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, code quality controls, and vulnerability ...

Huntington

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) - II

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$53.50 - $71.25/hr

Support release planning, change controls, and readiness reviews; validate runbooks, monitoring ... Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter.

Bread Financial

Senior Staff Agentic AI Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$102K - $139K/yr

Architect and implement safety controls such as scoped tool access, allow/deny actions, validators ... Normal office environment. (Remote or Hybrid), 3 to 4 days per month are required in office if ...

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

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote embedded controls engineer in Columbus, OH is $132,592.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,700.00 and $157,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote embedded controls engineer?

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.

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 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.

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.

Remote Embedded Controls Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Remote Embedded Controls Engineer job openings in Columbus, OH as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $132,592 per year, or $63.7 per hour.

Controls Engineer (Remote)

Delaware, OH • On-site, Remote

Vertiv Group Corp.
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$79K - $102K/yr

Full-time

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Job description


The Senior Microgrid Controls Engineer is a key technical contributor on Vertiv's Microgrid Systems Engineering team. This position can be remote out of the US. This individual will be responsible for the architecture, development, and implementation of advanced control systems for microgrids and large scale electric power plants supporting critical infrastructure.
This role leads the development of plant-level and subsystem control strategies using PLC-based platforms (including codesys) and integrates BESS, renewable generation, conventional generation, and utility interconnections into reliable, grid-compliant, and resilient systems. The engineer serves as a technical authority across controls logic, control philosophy, system behavior, and commissioning support, collaborating closely with cross functional engineering partners and customer teams.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as technical subject matter expert of BESS and microgrid solutions to internal product development teams, sales teams, services teams, and external clients.
  • Assist in pre-sales activities to explain the benefits of BESS and microgrid solutions to potential customers and help create budgetary quotations for these solutions.
  • Design BESS and microgrid solutions for won bids and help coordinate the procurement of the solution equipment.
  • Acquire necessary firmware and software settings for sold solutions and ensure all equipment has its software properly adjusted during installation.
  • Guide system installation, setup, commissioning, operation, and maintenance as necessary.
  • Guide internal product development initiatives and research programs to introduce new solutions to the market.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or any other related field
  • 8-10 years of experience in microgrid, power, or industrial controls engineering.
  • Deep understanding and hands on experience with PLC programming (codesys preferred), SCADA systems and HMI development, and industrial networking and protocols.
  • Strong understanding of power system behavior and grid interconnection concepts.
  • Ability to author clear and structured control diagrams and control philosophies for power control systems.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret plans, specifications, control drawings, service bulletins, equipment specifications, etc.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers
  • Strong analytical and logical problem-solving skills
  • High attention to detail; excellent organization skills

Preferred:
  • Previous experience with distributed energy resources such as BESS, solar arrays, diesel generators, natural gas generators, or any other related technologies.
    • Experience with grid forming inverters, microgrid controllers and power plant controllers.
    • Prior work interfacing with utilities or ISOs.

About Us
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
VERTIV BEHAVIORS
• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer-first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
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No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com

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