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Controls Engineer

Insight Global
El Cajon, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 1/27/2026 CLOSED ON 2/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer position at Insight Global?

We currently have an opportunity with one of our clients—a leading engineering firm specializing in industrial automation and control systems. They are seeking a Control Systems Engineer 3 to lead technical efforts across multiple automation projects.


Why this role might interest you:

  • Impactful Work: Oversee hardware and software layers for complex industrial control systems.
  • Technical Leadership: Serve as the project responsible engineer, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Industry Focus: Pharmaceutical manufacturing and liquid processing environments.


Key Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering (or related field).
  • 7 years in controls engineering, systems integration, or manufacturing automation.
  • Expertise in at least three performance domains (e.g., Control Panel Design, Control System Design, Instrumentation, Codes & Standards, Control System Software Development) or a PE license in control systems engineering.


Hourly Rate starting at $50hr

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