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Hiring for a PLC Subject matter expert but must have 5+ years of PLC programming from scratch experience to be considered for this role! Can support TN Visa's from Mexico and or Canada as long as you're already working/living in the United States.

Job Description:

Our client has a substantial amount of UPS controls system upgrades booked. The PLC Development Engineer will be responsible for the entire project lifecycle, including concept development, design, programming, FAT, initial on-site commissioning, and ongoing support for said product. You will manage multiple products/projects as the PLC Development Engineer and collaborate with various engineering disciplines, project management, Controls & HMI engineering teams, electrical engineering teams, and various customer groups.

Responsibilities:

+ Lead and develop complex integrated systems.

+ Mentor junior to mid-level engineers.

+ Oversee a sector of product and code development.

+ Partner with various vendors and engineering groups to develop code, development plans, test plans, and deployment & commissioning guides for new development activities.

+ Read and understand customer specification documentation and update code set functionality to match functional descriptions.

+ Document system specifications, interface designs, and test plans for Functional Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and Commissioning Acceptance Tests (CAT).

+ Continuously improve the development process by incorporating best practices and industry standards.

+ Provide support for system commissioning, troubleshooting, and integration activities.

Essential Skills:

+ PLC Programming/Development - Allen Bradley programming from scratch is a must have

+ Rockwell required

+ HMI programming

+ 5+ years of experience as a controls engineer or in R&D Controls Development

+ Experience with material handling, shoe sorters, and or parcel systems

Preferred Experience:

+ Experience supporting high-speed conveyor systems within a warehouse distribution center. (Example: UPS, Amazon, FedEx, DHL, USPS, etc.)

Work Environment:

+ Remote work supporting new PLC projects for the company from scratch

+ Travel can be up to 30% in a year with the busy season being around October - Decemeber. The travel could be at the maxiumum 10 days on-site and 4 days off when you return.

+ Travel would be customer interfacing for new projects - not supporting commissioning they have their own team of Engineers for that.

+ Our Client was started in 2002 and has been growing at a rapid rate over the past 20+ years. They specialize in the design, development, testing, and commissioning of conveyor control systems for the material handling and baggage handling industries.

+ The work environment is dynamic, with a focus on hard work and employee well-being. Benefits include a generous profit-sharing bonus program, comprehensive health insurance, and 8 weeks of paid time off.

+ The company culture emphasizes the importance of its employees, with a regional work center strategy that allows candidates some flexibility in choosing their location.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to APPLY TODAY!

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $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 16, 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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