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Job Title: Engineer

Job Description

The position involves developing mechanical and electromechanical products, particularly PLC-based controls, by studying customer requirements, researching, and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials. The role requires interaction with operators to solicit observations and analyze customer needs to design, test, and develop programs that meet those needs.

Responsibilities

+ Develop mechanical and electromechanical products by studying customer requirements and testing manufacturing and assembly methods.

+ Analyze customer needs to design, test, and develop programs.

+ Understand PLC programming ladder logic and all aspects of system inputs and outputs.

+ Program HMI and ensure its interaction with PLC.

+ Troubleshoot to ensure machines run efficiently.

+ Learn new techniques and technologies as they are discovered.

+ Instruct team members and customers on proper control procedures.

+ Design control panel layout and wiring schematic.

+ Program PLC and HMI across major brands.

+ Develop manufacturing processes by modifying equipment for fabrication, assembly, and installation.

+ Collaborate with the manufacturing team to ensure timely equipment build.

+ Ensure system and product quality by designing testing methods and confirming fabrication processes.

+ Complete projects by training and guiding technicians and plant personnel.

+ Develop new products and improve existing ones.

+ Prepare, schedule, coordinate, and monitor assigned engineering projects.

+ Interact with clients to interpret needs and represent them in the field.

+ Perform quality control of work including budget, schedule, and plans.

+ Report regularly on project status.

+ Cooperate and communicate effectively with team members for technical support.

Essential Skills

+ At least 5 years of relevant engineering experience.

+ BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field.

+ Expertise in design and visualization software such as Inventor and AutoCAD.

+ Proficiency in PLC programming including Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagrams, and Structured Text.

+ Knowledge of Siemens LOGO, Connected Components Workbench, and Studio 5000.

+ Advanced MS Office skills.

+ Familiarity with rules, regulations, best practices, sanitary design, and performance standards.

+ Ability to work on multiple discipline projects.

+ Project management and supervision skills.

+ Leadership skills and decision-making ability.

+ Time management and organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Chemical xp is nice to have.

+ Drafting/designing xp with Inventor and AutoCAD.

+ Experience with control panels, drilling holes, mounting, and wiring components.

Work Environment

The role involves working in food processing plant environments when not at the physical office. The position offers a small team environment in a family-oriented company with ample growth potential, as they are expanding the controls team. The role may require lifting up to 75 pounds, operating equipment, walking across plant environments, and occasional travel to customer locations.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 Olathe,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 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.