Control Systems Engineer

Job title: Control Systems Engineer

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Your role and responsibilities

We are now looking for a Control Systems Engineer to strengthen our team at ABB Netcontrol within the Distribution Solutions division. The position is based in Riga, Latvia.

As a Control Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, configuring, and supporting automation and control system solutions for our customers. By collaborating with project teams, customers, and technology partners, you will help deliver dependable and secure control systems while supporting projects from specification through commissioning.

This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys blending technical knowledge with customer interaction, problem-solving, and ongoing learning. You'll have the opportunity to work with modern automation, SCADA, and communication technologies while expanding your knowledge through training and real-world projects.

Working model: onsite Lionsite

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Configuring, programming, and maintaining PLC and RTU systems.
• Supporting the implementation and configuration of SCADA solutions.
• Collaborating with customers, suppliers, and internal project teams to define technical requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Providing technical support throughout project execution, including site visits when required.
• Participating in project meetings and contributing to project coordination activities in an international environment.
• Continuously building your skills through training and practical project experience.

Qualifications for the role

• Hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Have experience with PLC programming and control system logic development.
• Are familiar with RTU configuration and maintenance.
• Have a good understanding of Windows and Linux servers, industrial communication networks, firewalls, DMZ environments, and virtual machines.
• Are comfortable working with MS Office and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams.
• Demonstrate effective critical thinking and practical problem-solving skills.
• Can manage tasks efficiently, prioritize responsibilities, and complete work on your own.
• Communicate clearly in both Latvian and English.
• Hold a Category B driver's license.

While the base salary is based on the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience, it starts at 2500 EUR.

Employee Benefits

Our culture and benefits reflect our values: courage, care, curiosity and collaboration. Our employees currently value benefits such as our bonus scheme, continuous learning opportunities, and a range of wellbeing and family benefits.

About ABB

In 2026, Netcontrol became part of ABB, a global technology leader in electrification and automation. As part of ABB’s Distribution Solutions division, we continue to support utilities and critical infrastructure operators in an increasingly complex business landscape, driven by electrification, decentralised energy production and the growing need for reliability and resilience.

ABB’s Distribution Solutions division facilitates the efficient and reliable distribution, protection and control of power. Our technologies and solutions support utilities, industries and infrastructure in strengthening the reliability, efficiency and resilience of electrical distribution.

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