Controls Engineer Jobs in Cerritos, CA

A Controls Engineer in the manufacturing engineering industry plays a vital role in designing, developing, and overseeing automation systems that are used to enhance and streamline manufacturing processes. They are responsible for troubleshooting and resolving issues related to automated equipment, designing control systems, and developing protocols for system checkouts and startups. A part of their job also entails programming PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), creating and analyzing system drawings, and ensuring that all systems comply with industry standards and safety regulations.

Skills required for this job may vary, but a solid understanding of PLC programming, CAD software, and a strong background in electronics and automation are typically expected. Knowledge in ladder logic, SCADA systems, and HMI interface design is also crucial. Some certifications that could prove beneficial include Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST), Professional Engineer (PE), or a certification in PLC programming. To become a Controls Engineer, individuals often start their careers in roles such as Electrical Technician, Automation Technician, or a Junior Engineer in controls or automation.

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Senior Staff Embedded Controls Engineer, Body Controls

  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Masters degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science, with evidence of exceptional ability, or equivalent 10+ years of experience on electrical hardware applications...

Senior Embedded Controls Engineer, Body Controls

  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science, with evidence of exceptional ability, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience on electrical hardware...

Experienced or Senior Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer

  • Seal Beach, CA (7 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Seal Beach, CA (7 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for an Experienced or Senior Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer to join our Out-of-Production (OoP) Mechanical (Mech) Systems Design Engineering (DE)...

Control Systems Engineer

  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (10 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Our client in the Automation engineering industry is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to join their team. As a Control Systems Engineer, you will be part of the Control Systems Engineering...

Flight Control Systems Engineer NEW

  • Costa Mesa, CA (16 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (16 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 16 days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Deep mechanical design experience and proven track record of success for rotary and linear actuators and sensors....

Automation & Controls Engineer, Consumer Hardware (Starlink)

  • Hawthorne, CA (15 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA (15 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 16 days ago

AUTOMATION AND CONTROLS ENGINEER, CONSUMER HARDWARE (STARLINK) SpaceX is leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet...

Automation & Controls Engineer, Consumer Hardware (Starlink)

  • Hawthorne, CA (15 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA (15 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Engineer /Level I: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00/per year Automation & Controls Engineer /Level II: $115,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case...

Controls Engineer

  • Santa Ana, CA (15 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (15 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Job Description Position Summary: As a Controls Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design, development, troubleshooting, and enhancement of process control systems within an industrial manufacturing...

Flight Control Systems Engineer

  • Costa Mesa, CA (16 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (16 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 19 days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Deep mechanical design experience and proven track record of success for rotary and linear actuators and sensors....

Electrical Controls Engineer

  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 25 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Has experience with NPI (New Product Introduction), a start-up facility, and/or a work transfer in a manufacturing environment, preferably in Manufacturing Engineering in aerospace...

Ride Control - Control Systems Engineer Principal (Design Assurance)

  • Glendale, CA (24 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (24 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 29 days ago

Mentor and train ride control engineers. Prepare and present Disney requirements and design practices for internal training....

Controls Engineer

  • Newport Beach, CA (23 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (23 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Support design and manufacturing of machine control systems. Submit timely status reports to management on progress of assigned projects....

Senior Controls Engineer

  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (12 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments....

Facilities Controls Engineer

  • Monrovia, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Monrovia, CA (20 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Controls Engineer to support our work on NASAs Deep Space Network (DSN) in Monrovia, CA....

Automations PLC Engineer

  • City of Industry, CA (9 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • City of Industry, CA (9 miles from Cerritos, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

About Tropicana Brands Group The launch of Tropicana Brands Group represents an exciting fusion of some of the world's most beloved and up-and-coming brands in the juice category, including...

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Salary for Controls Engineer Jobs in Cerritos, CA

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Highest Education Level

Controls Engineers in Cerritos, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.6%
Master's Degree
29.4%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
Doctorate Degree
4.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.6%
High School or GED
3.5%
Some College
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Controls Engineers in Cerritos, CA
2-4 years
50.0%
4-6 years
35.0%
6-8 years
10.0%
Less than 1 year
5.0%



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