The Problem Nobody Wants to Admit You’ve posted the job. You’ve paid for LinkedIn Recruiter. You’ve contacted a dozen candidates. You’ve spoken with several recruitment agencies. And yet, weeks later, you’re still struggling to identify suitable candidates. Sound familiar? The industrial automation sector faces a unique recruitment challenge. Unlike software engineering, where job titles and […]
Recruiting industrial automation and controls engineers is not like hiring for general engineering roles. The talent pool is smaller, the skillsets are highly specialised, and the best candidates are often not actively looking for a job. Most companies struggle not because there is no talent, but because they are missing a structured approach to attracting, […]
Recruiting engineers in industrial automation, control systems, electrical and instrumentation is a constant challenge. Roles like systems engineers, PLC programmers, SCADA/DCS specialists, cybersecurity experts for industrial networks, and instrumentation technicians are always in high demand. One way to cut through the noise is by posting on job boards that are specifically geared towards technical professionals […]
By 2026, most control system integrators would agree on one thing: the shortage of controls engineers is no longer a cyclical hiring problem, it’s a structural one. Despite more than a decade of government and industry-led efforts to promote STEM careers, sourcing experienced automation and controls engineers has become harder, not easier. Competition for talent […]
In 2026 the industrial automation sector continues to experience a remarkable surge, creating a wealth of job opportunities as industries drive for greater efficiency and innovation. With the market projected to grow from USD 14.65 billion in 2024 to USD 24.16 billion by 2029 an impressive annual growth rate of 10.54%—the demand for skilled professionals […]
Recruiting talented automation and controls engineers can be challenging. Given the specialized nature of these roles, your recruitment strategy must be targeted, intentional, and insightful. This guide provides a robust framework to attract and recruit the best candidates in this competitive field. Where to Find Automation and Controls Engineers? Posting in Industry Groups (LinkedIn & […]
Hiring the wrong engineer isn’t just a headache, it can throw projects off track, frustrate good people on your team, and damage client relationships. In automation and control work, where compliance and precision are everything, the cost of a bad hire tends to be even higher. Project delays and overruns When someone doesn’t really have […]
Control System Integrators are independent engineering firms that design, integrate, and commission multiplatform automation systems including PLC, SCADA and DCS. Unlike OEMs or single-vendor providers, CSIs are vendor-agnostic and deliver bespoke architectures, middleware, and lifecycle services—from FEED to FAT/SAT and long-term support. Many follow the CSIA Best Practices and pursue CSIA Certification, which signals robust […]
The industrial automation sector in the USA is growing rapidly, generating many job opportunities as industries seek enhanced efficiency and innovation. Market projections indicate an increase from USD 14.65 billion in 2024 to USD 24.16 billion by 2029, an impressive annual growth rate of 10.54%, indicating an all-time high demand for skilled professionals. Key sectors […]