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Control Systems Engineer

Average Early-Career Control Systems Engineer with Controls Skills Salary in South Africa

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R282,500
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 145k
MEDIAN
ZAR 283k
90%
ZAR 596k

The average salary for a Control Systems Engineer is R282,500 in 2025

Base Salary
R145k - R596k
Bonus
R13k - R28k
Total Pay
R157k - R587k
Based on 12 salary profiles (last updated Mar 07 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Control Systems Engineer

Medical
60%
Dental
10%
Vision
10%
None
40%

Gender Breakdown for Control Systems Engineers

Male
75.0%
Female
25.0%
This data is based on 8 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Control Systems Engineers

What is the highest pay for Control Systems Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Control Systems Engineer is ZAR 596k / year

What is the lowest pay for Control Systems Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Control Systems Engineer is ZAR 145k / year

How can Control Systems Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Control Systems Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Control Systems Engineer that oversees more junior Control Systems Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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