Controls engineer salary in United States

The average salary for a Controls Engineer is $93,643 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 11k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 7, 2026.

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Controls Engineer salaries typically range between a low of $59,049 and a high of $148,505 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Controls Engineer include Mount Laurel, NJ at $119,408 per year, Chicago, IL at $103,788 per year, and Orlando, FL at $102,495 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Controls Engineer include Gusto ($255,000 per year) and Softworld, Inc. ($249,600 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Controls Engineer salary compares to related positions:

• Senior Controls Engineer: Average $126,623 per year
• Junior Controls Engineer: Average $81,134 per year