• Electrical Controls Engineer

    Actalent (Blaine, MN)


    Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineer

    Job Description

    An exciting opportunity awaits for a Electrical Engineer located in Blaine, MN. This role involves the development and maintenance of computer and programmable logic control programs (PLCs) and heating and curing systems. The engineer will work closely with key stakeholders to understand objectives and requirements, ensuring the technology meets desired features and outputs.

    Responsibilities

    + Analyze, define, and document requirements for data, workflow, logical processes, hardware, and operating systems.

    + Design, develop, and test new or improved products to meet quality and production objectives.

    + Ensure compliance with necessary standards, including UL508A and CE.

    + Research and evaluate software and hardware to facilitate programming.

    + Design and code screen layouts, graphical user interfaces, printed outputs, and system interfaces.

    + Create test production environments and conduct tests to prototype, refine, and debug programs.

    + Write and maintain comprehensive documentation for program development, logic, coding, testing, and changes.

    + Troubleshoot complex electrical and logical systems.

    + Provide troubleshooting support and technical assistance to internal and external customers.

    + Analyze and estimate feasibility, costs, time, and compatibility with hardware and other programs.

    + Prepare written cost estimations for internal customers.

    Essential Skills

    + Extensive experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting electrical interfaces.

    + Proficiency in controls engineering, particularly with Allen Bradley PLC/HMI programming.

    + Strong background in electrical design, including AutoCAD Electrical.

    + Ability to work with automated equipment.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.

    + Experience programming on a variety of platforms.

    + Hands-on electrical aptitude with proficiency in using hand tools and lab instruments.

    + 10+ years of relevant experience.

    Work Environment

    This is an onsite role with up to 30% travel required. The position will initially be based in Blaine, MN, with a move to a brand new facility in Shoreview anticipated in the fall.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

     

    Full benefits package is offered

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Blaine,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.