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Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Description

The Controls Engineer is responsible for leading and coordinating complex automation projects to ensure the seamless integration of control systems from design through commissioning. This role involves collaborating with clients to define project objectives, managing cross-functional teams, and overseeing the installation and startup of control systems to meet customer specifications and performance standards.

Responsibilities

+ System Design & Documentation: Create comprehensive electrical system designs, including schematics, control panel layouts, HMI and junction box layouts, bill of materials (BOM), interconnection diagrams, wire schedules, and conduit plans.

+ Project Planning & Coordination: Develop detailed project specifications and scopes of work. Plan and implement PLC, HMI, and other necessary programming. Coordinate with contractors and customers to oversee and assist with control system installations.

+ Testing & Commissioning: Debug and test control systems to ensure they meet customer requirements and performance standards. Oversee system startup and provide end-user training.

+ Budget & Schedule Management: Monitor project costs to ensure adherence to budget. Present scope changes to customers and manage the approval, implementation, and billing processes.

+ Vendor & Supplier Coordination: Manage relationships with equipment vendors, suppliers, and construction trades to ensure timely delivery and quality of materials and services.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in PLC programming

+ Experience in design engineering using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical.

+ Familiarity with Wonderware software.

+ Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in industrial automation and control systems development and commissioning.

+ Proficiency with Rockwell Automation hardware and software.

+ Strong understanding of industrial controls, communications networks, and instrumentation.

+ Hands-on experience with PLC, HMI, and motion control programming.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with servo and motion control systems.

Work Environment

The role requires approximately 25% to 30% domestic travel annually, primarily within the continental United States.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $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 onsite position in Maumee,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 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.

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.