• Controls Engineer

    Actalent (Kansas City, MO)


    Job Title: Controls EngineerJob Description

     

    The Controls Engineer will provide crucial electrical engineering decision-making skills for customer projects. This role involves supervising electrical engineers, draftsmen, subcontractors, and other essential engineering personnel to deliver a comprehensive turnkey conveyor control system that meets customer requirements. The engineer will collaborate closely with peers, subordinates, the Project Manager, Mechanical Project Engineer, Field Superintendent, and Subcontractors.

    Responsibilities

    + Collect and assimilate customer design requirements, needs, and specifications for functionality.

    + Develop detailed designs of control systems to meet customer requirements.

    + Create electrical drawings, plans, code, and operational configuration data.

    + Supervise and review subcontractor work related to control system design and field wiring installation.

    + Assist in developing a detailed project schedule for the electrical systems portion of the project.

    + Collaborate closely with Mechanical Engineering to ensure Electrical/Mechanical system compatibility.

    + Travel to job sites for coordination meetings, planning, installation support, debugging, start-up, and standby, which may include working off-shifts, weekends, and holidays to meet project schedules.

    + Ensure all drawings, software, and job project files are maintained and archived upon project completion.

    + Adhere to documentation requirements and support continuous improvement in company operations and processes.

    + Travel up to 50%, which may last for extended periods.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in PLC programming using Rockwell and Siemens software.

    + Experience with Rockwell Studio 5000 for PLC and Siemens TIA Portal/Win CC for HMI.

    + Ability to read and interpret electrical drawing packages.

    + Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical.

    + Bachelor's Degree in a related field or extensive experience.

    + 3-5 years of experience in a related field, preferably in integrator or automotive sectors.

    + Experience with conveyor systems controls.

    + Possession of a passport for North American travel.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Familiarity with G16 STANDARD v6.0.

    + Knowledge of Lockout, Energy, Control, MPS, and SCS for GM contractors.

    + Experience in AutoCAD Electrical Design.

    Work Environment

    The role is primarily on-site, either in an office setting or on the plant floor, across various plant locations in North America. It involves a 40-week on-site project simulation support. Flexibility in working hours may be required to support project timelines, including potential off-shifts, weekends, and holidays.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/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 Kansas City,MO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 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.