• Controls Engineer

    Actalent (Charlotte, NC)


    Description

    Reporting to the Manager of Automation Engineering, the Control Systems Integrator contributes significantly to the development, commissioning, and support of our automated systems. This role involves programming and commissioning control systems, following integration best practices, providing technical support, and troubleshooting. Technical knowledge, versatility, adaptability, eagerness to learn, and exceptional customer service are essential.

     

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

     

    • Implement intuitive HMIs to facilitate machine understanding, control, and troubleshooting

    • A strong client-focused approach, dedicated to providing exceptional client experiences to our internal and external customers

    • Embrace continuous improvement by developing and learning new skills to stay updated with technological advancements

    • Participate in design, control logic, and programming reviews, and contribute to factory acceptance and site acceptance tests (FAT/SAT)

    • Testing and integration of hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, and vision systems across multiple projects

    • Ensure systems are integrated according to best practices, defined standard operating procedures, and optimized in accordance with project specifications

    • Attend to and resolve support and site escalations, which may include troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues

    • Participate in commissioning at customer sites including testing and debugging of systems

    • Participate in training of customer staff in the operation of integrated systems, including on-site operator support in the early days of the system going live

    • Demonstrate strong situational judgment and sound decision-making

    • Liaise with customers to ensure workflow requirements are fully understood and documented

     

    Skills

     

    "ladder logic", integration, automation, cnc, Hmi, Allen-bradley, Plc programming, Rslogix, Allen bradley plc

     

    Top Skills Details

     

    "ladder logic", integration, automation, cnc,Hmi,Allen-bradley

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

    • Associates degree in Mechatronics, Controls/Automation, or related degree or experience.

    • 1-3 years of automation/controls development and implementation experience; and/or combination of experience and education will be considered.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • Experience with PLCs (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Bosch), SCADA (Aveva, Ignition, Rockwell), HMIs (Rockwell, Siemens), VFDs, and motion control

    • Proficient with Microsoft Windows and applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook). Linux experience is considered an asset

    • Ability to collaborate effectively and work as part of a team or independently

    • Experience in agile development methodologies is considered an asset

    • Knowledge of technical methods, principles, and practices as they apply to automation and safety

    • Familiar with PC programming languages such as C++, Python, or Java are considered an asset

    • Familiar with control measures and electrical safety designs based on hazard analysis

    • Experience in robotic applications with major brands (Fanuc, KUKA, Kawasaki) and their programming is considered an asset

    • Ability to work with customers, project managers, designers, and various trades through all phases of a product lifecycle

    Experience Level

    Intermediate Level

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

     

    our benefits include paid holidays (no waiting period), 3 floating holidays, gym membership reimbursement, ($50) , PTO, 401K match after a year Profit sharing after 1 calendar year, 2 bonuses annually (depends on company’s previous performance and the employee performance review). We have benefits, medical, dental and eye benefits. Life insurance ,STD and LTD plans.

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 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.