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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 ... OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion. OUR STRATEGIC ...

Scaletron Industries LTD

Controls Engineer

Perkasie, PA · On-site +1

$79K - $102K/yr

Controls Engineer Scaletron Industries, Ltd. Location: Plumsteadville, PA Join an Industry Leader ... SQL databases, data logging, or remote monitoring systems. Benefits * Competitive salary based on ...

JARBO

Controls Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site +1

$77K - $99K/yr

Controls Engineer Responsibilities * Design and develop industrial control systems, including ... Perform on-site and remote commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, system testing, and operator ...

JARBO

Controls Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site +1

$77K - $99K/yr

Controls Engineer Responsibilities * Design and develop industrial control systems, including ... Perform on-site and remote commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, system testing, and operator ...

JARBO

Controls Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site +1

$77K - $99K/yr

Controls Engineer Responsibilities * Design and develop industrial control systems, including ... Perform on-site and remote commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, system testing, and operator ...

Actalent

Controls Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$72 - $110/hr

*REMOTE Opportunity* *Please contact gtapp@ actalentservices.com with your resume if interested" Controls Engineer This Controls Engineer role focuses on developing and supporting liquid cooling test ...

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Controls Engineer III

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$81K - $105K/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 ...

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Switch, Inc.

Controls Engineer III

Reno, NV · On-site +1

$83K - $107K/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 ...

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Controls Engineer III

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$81K - $105K/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 ...

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Controls Engineer III

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$79K - $103K/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 ...

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Controls Engineer III

Sparks, NV · On-site +1

$83K - $108K/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 ...

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

As of Aug 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote principal controls engineer in the United States is $147,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,500.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Principal Controls Engineer vs Remote Controls Engineer?

AspectRemote Principal Controls EngineerRemote Controls Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Engineering, certifications like PLC or automationBachelor's in Engineering, PLC or automation certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentDesign, oversee control systems, collaborate with teams remotelyDevelop and troubleshoot control systems, often in a remote or on-site setting
Industry UsageIndustrial automation, manufacturing, energy sectorsManufacturing, process control, automation industries
Search/Comparison IntentHigher-level control system design, leadership rolesImplementation, troubleshooting, and support roles

The Remote Principal Controls Engineer typically focuses on high-level system design and leadership, requiring advanced credentials and experience. In contrast, the Remote Controls Engineer handles implementation and troubleshooting tasks. Both roles are vital in automation industries and often share similar certifications and work environments, but differ in scope and seniority.

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Infographic showing various Remote Principal Controls Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,220 per year, or $70.8 per hour.

Controls Engineer (Remote)

Vertiv Co

Delaware, OH • On-site, Remote

$79K - $102K/yr

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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

376th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers

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 plantlevel and subsystem control strategies using PLCbased platforms (including codesys) and integrates BESS, renewable generation, conventional generation, and utility interconnections into reliable, gridcompliant, 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.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

  • Customer Focus
  • Operational Excellence
  • High-Performance Culture
  • Innovation
  • Financial Strength
     

OUR 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
     

About Vertiv

Vertiv is a $6.9 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. We ensure customers' vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services. Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

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