Control Engineer
Carpenter Technology · Latrobe, PA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Controls
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level controls role at Carpenter Technology (metals) in Latrobe, PA. Configure, standardize, and optimize control systems for equipment and processes.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, PLC, Robotics, Automation
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Controls Engineer roles in Pennsylvania: typical posted base $89k–$133k.
Median of the low and high ends of 9 live postings that list pay, out of 24 controls engineer openings in Pennsylvania, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 23 other live controls postings in Pennsylvania.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $89k–$133k, from 9 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Automation 75%
- ✓ PLC 67%
- Root cause 33%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 29%
- ✓ Robotics 29%
- ✓ Lean 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Carpenter Technology in Latrobe
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requirements
and participate in system configuration.
- ✓Act as a liaison between end-users and system developers/OEM’s.
- ✓Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- ✓Project Management:
- ✓Develop and execute projects from start to finish, ensuring successful implementation.
- ✓Supervise installation, testing, and commissioning of control systems.
- ✓Manage project costs, schedules, and budgets.
- ✓Develop business cases where automation and control upgrades can improve the thru-put and costs for a given work center or process.
Required for the Engineer III
- ✓Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
- ✓5+ years working in the controls and automation industry.
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Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter Technology’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. Carpenter’s Latrobe Specialty Metals operations, based in Latrobe, PA., was acquired by Carpenter Technology in 2012 and manufactures high-performance specialty alloys serving aerospace, energy and other demanding markets.
Engineer III Controls
Primary
for the Engineer III
- •Design and Development:
- •Identify and understand the company’s needs related to control systems.
- •Analyze data to identify areas for improvement.
- •Implement solutions to enhance control system efficiency.
- •Technical Support and Mentorship:
- •Provide technical support to team members.
- •Work with maintenance to remedy breakdowns.
- •System Configuration and Optimization:
- •Configure, standardize, and optimize control systems for equipment and processes.
- •Define system
Preferred for the Engineer III
- +Experience in the steel automation industry.
- +Problem-solving.
- +Familiarity with engineering-related software.
- +Knowledge of lean principles.
- +Knowledge of PLC Programming. Familiarity with Rockwell and Siemens controllers.
- +HMI development is required. Familiarity with Aveva InTouch.
- +AC and DC drive knowledge.
- +Expertise with EtherNet/IP, Industrial Ethernet and Profibus Networks (CAN) is valuable.
- +Knowledge of automated equipment systems, robotics, and material handling is.
Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.
Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.