• Controls Engineer

    Actalent (Lexington, KY)


    Job Title: Controls Engineer - Lawrenceburg, KY

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Controls Engineer to support plant operations in the bottling department, which is nearly fully automated. This role involves working with PLCs for troubleshooting and programming, as well as handling some Fanuc robots for palletizing and pick-and-place tasks. You will be performing factory acceptance testing, installation, and integration as part of an ongoing plant expansion. Additionally, you will manage projects and collaborate with vendors.

    Responsibilities

    + Provide controls engineering support to production, focusing on the bottling department.

    + Troubleshoot and program PLCs to ensure smooth operations.

    + Work with Fanuc robots for palletizing and pick-and-place operations.

    + Conduct factory acceptance testing, installation, and integration during plant expansion.

    + Manage engineering projects and coordinate with vendors.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting.

    + Proficiency in controls engineering.

    + Strong project management skills.

    + Experience with robotics, particularly in a bottling environment.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Previous experience in a controls engineering role.

    + Familiarity with plant manufacturing processes.

    + Experience in managing projects and leading engineering teams.

    Work Environment

    This position is based in a plant manufacturing environment with climate control. Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, from 7 AM to 4/5 PM. Enjoy the opportunity to work in one of the top distilleries in Kentucky, which is currently undergoing a significant $160 million plant expansion. The company offers a generous amount of PTO and recognizes six holidays.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $57.00/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 Lexington,KY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 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.