[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Home Depot jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/home-depot/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Home Depot · Georgia - Virtual # Controls Engineer Georgia - Virtual $80,000.00 - $150,000.00 Operations Listed on Home Depot’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Home Depot’s careers site →](https://homedepot.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CareerDepot/job/GEORGIA---VIRTUAL---GA01/Controls-Engineer_Req170985) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Home Depot](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/home-depot/) / Controls Engineer ## Job description With a career at The Home Depot, you can be yourself and also be part of something bigger. ### Position Purpose The Controls Engineer will be responsible for the execution of control systems for our advanced warehouse conveyor systems. The Controls Engineer collaborates with cross-functional departments to optimize operational efficiency, reliability, and safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation, control systems, and project management within a warehouse or logistics environment. ### Key Responsibilities 50% Design and Implementation - Lead or assist in control systems design projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications and safety regulations. 30% Collaboration - Collaborates and works closely with other departments including operations, maintenance, and IT, to ensure seamless project execution and adherence to timelines and budgets. 20% Coding of Control Systems - Coding of control systems for conveyor and other automation solutions to improve efficiency and performance. Also conducts feasibility studies and cost analysis for potential projects. ### Direct Manager/Direct Reports This Position typically reports to Manager or Sr. Manager, Controls Engineering This Position has 0 direct reports. ### Travel Requirements Typically requires overnight travel more than 50% of the time. ### Physical Requirements Must continuously stand or walk or regularly requires lifting/handling/carrying material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds). ### Working Conditions Typically located in a comfortable indoor area. There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights. ### Minimum Qualifications Must be eighteen years of age or older. Must be legally permitted to work in the United States. Ability to work overnight shift and/or weekends on occasion. Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field; master’s degree preferred. ### Preferred Qualifications - Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams - Demonstrated project management skills - Ability to convey complex or technical ideas and processes in easy-to-understand terms to diverse audiences - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - 4+ years of experience in controls engineering, with a focus on automation and conveyor systems. In-depth knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, and other control technologies. Familiarity with industry standards and safety regulations (e.g. OSHA. ISO). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Proven technical experience with implementation of conveyor systems and/or experience in replacing legacy conveyor systems with new control systems in a large-scale retail, distribution, or enterprise environment. ### Minimum Education The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job. ### Preferred Education The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a master's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job. ### Minimum Years of Work Experience 2 Preferred Years of Work Experience: 4 Minimum Leadership Experience: No previous leadership experience Preferred Leadership Experience: No previous leadership experience Certifications: None Competencies: Action Oriented Tech Savvy Collaborates Cultivates Innovation Manages Complexity Optimizes Work Processes Balances Stakeholders Drives Results Process Improvement: Uses Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodology to develop and execute efficient and cost-effective solutions to align with the business objectives within the Supply Chain organization. For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Nevada, New York City, Ithaca (NY), Westchester County (NY), and Washington residents: The pay range for this position is between $80,000.00 - $150,000.00 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Georgia - Virtual - Pay: $80,000.00 - $150,000.00[Apply on Home Depot’s careers site →](https://homedepot.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CareerDepot/job/GEORGIA---VIRTUAL---GA01/Controls-Engineer_Req170985) ## More jobs at Home Depot ### [Senior Principal Systems Engineer (Remote)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/home-depot/jobs/73fec8c097e37efa2065/) Georgia - Virtual ### [Senior Systems Engineer (Remote)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/home-depot/jobs/5f7c00273e21c0798c00/) Georgia - Virtual ### [Staff Systems Engineer (Remote)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/home-depot/jobs/4e2cca2e8eee58120b10/) Georgia - Virtual ### [Cybersecurity Principal | Domain Architecture & Data Science​ (Remote)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/home-depot/jobs/cd93876beff6bbf493d2/) Georgia - Virtual ### [Cybersecurity Senior Engineer - Non Human Identity (Remote)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/home-depot/jobs/b5f684a936882e15cac5/) Georgia - Virtual ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [HVAC Building Controls Systems Controls Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/johnson-controls-international/jobs/60c5346b2e0e0cf05349/) Johnson Controls International · Indianapolis-Indiana-United States of America ### [Controls Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/d73c6798e34ebab6a93f/) Aramark · Milford, MI, US ### [Controls Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/4ec6ea584c0ede9a3bad/) Aramark · Warren, MI, US ### [Senior Controls Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/81dcea4e896392ea3f10/) Hitachi · Greenville, SC, United States ### [Senior Controls Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/6d3af41ea2f638c35cba/) Hitachi · Nashville, TN, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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