• Senior Controls Engineer

    Actalent (Tempe, AZ)


    Job Title: Executive Controls Engineer

    Job Description

    This role involves planning, designing, programming, and implementing PLC/HMI and PC-based control systems. Responsibilities include system design, PLC programming, PC programming (.Net), HMI programming, robot programming, machine vision, system commissioning, industrial communication network implementation, and installation. The engineer must understand project scope, goals, technical requirements, and balance client needs with project budget and technical execution for successful outcomes.

    Responsibilities

    + Design control systems by interpreting customer-supplied control descriptions, conducting interviews with clients and owners, and analyzing system mechanical requirements.

    + Program control systems for automated equipment, including work with PLCs, servo motion, robotics, and machine vision.

    + Write structured, well-documented, bug-free programs aligned with company standards.

    + Design intuitive, easy-to-navigate, aesthetically pleasing HMI interfaces.

    + Collaborate with project team members to share programming responsibilities as required.

    + Develop software to support thorough, systematic, in-house testing prior to on-site commissioning.

    + Thoroughly test system software before client exposure.

    + Interface with outside vendors for component selection, manufacturing, and assembly.

    + Commission machines to meet customer quality and cycle time requirements, including testing and on-site startup.

    + Ensure projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and budget.

    + Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

    Essential Skills

    + Expert level PLC and PC programming skills.

    + 5+ years of experience with automated equipment.

    + Ability to quickly understand complex applications.

    + Experience with Rockwell, Beckhoff, and Siemens PLCs.

    + Ability to write complete PLC programs from front to end.

    + Experience with industrial robots such as Fanuc, UR, ABB.

    + AC and Servo motion control programming experience.

    + Experience with barcode and RFID applications, software design, and machine vision.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Applicable engineering degree preferred; BS in engineering is ideal.

    + Experience with data logging and strong interpersonal skills.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    + Ability to multitask and handle diverse assignments concurrently.

    + Capability to work effectively with minimal oversight.

    + Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, typically 1-2 weeks per quarter.

    Work Environment

    The position is based in a manufacturing environment with occasional travel required. Remote work or working from home is possible part of the time. Dress code is casual, and the environment is dynamic, offering a variety of tasks each day.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $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 Tempe,AZ.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 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.