Controls Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to establish procedures for designing and starting up PLC controlled systems for material handling equipment. The ideal candidate will have a fundamental understanding of equipment, business, and customer requirements that drive the design of technical solutions. You will participate in all phases of the product development lifecycle, including analysis, design, electrical designs, installation support, debugging, and support of complementary engineering staff associated with electrical hardware engineering. System training will be provided to increase PLC knowledge for programming PLCs that control conveyor systems and robotics within the customer's distribution center and warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project requirements and perform basic controls troubleshooting to support equipment with internal engineering, project management, and customers.
• Support electrical installation by interfacing with electrical installers.
• Debug electrical installations of controls and motor components of limited complexity.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 3+ years of experience in controls engineering.
• Experience programming PLCs, specifically Studio 5000 and Rockwell.
• Ability to travel 65-75% of the time.

• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming.
• Knowledge of material handling equipment and conveyors.
• Familiarity with automation software such as Rockwell RSLogix.

This position requires travel 65-75% of the time across the country to client sites. The typical travel schedule involves 10 days on the job site followed by 4 days off. Candidates are compensated for travel time and are eligible for a $65.00/day per diem. All travel expenses are covered.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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