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Control Systems Engineer

Average Control Systems Engineer with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) Skills Salary in South Africa

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R721,920
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 401k
MEDIAN
ZAR 722k
75%
ZAR 1m

The average salary for a Control Systems Engineer is R721,920 in 2025

Base Salary
R401k - R1m
Bonus
R18k - R43k
Total Pay
R343k - R2m
Based on 11 salary profiles (last updated May 14 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Control Systems Engineer

Medical
57%
None
43%

Gender Breakdown for Control Systems Engineers

Male
71.4%
Female
28.6%
This data is based on 7 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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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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