• Controls Technician

    Actalent (North Vernon, IN)


    Job Title: Controls Technician

    Job Description

    An experienced Controls Engineer/Technician is needed to join a dynamic team and work alongside a Senior Controls Engineer. This role involves supporting various projects, focusing on PLC programming (RsLogix500 and 5000) and robotic (Fanuc) teaching/programming. This is a contract position with an indefinite timeline, projected for the next 12 - 24 months. The primary location is onsite in Columbus, IN, with some domestic travel required.

    Responsibilities

    + Design electrical control systems.

    + Modify and program PLCs.

    + Travel to company sites for integration and installation of control systems.

    + Identify and suggest electrical motors and power supply needs.

    + Work within Ethernet communications such as DeviceNet, Profinet, and Profibus.

    + Integrate safety PLCs and safe I/O.

    + Understand OSHA requirements and safety standards.

    Essential Skills

    + Minimum of 3 years of experience in Controls Engineering or Technician roles in manufacturing.

    + Knowledge of robotic programming and pendant teaching.

    + Experience with robotic engineering analysis, pneumatics, and automation.

    + Proficiency in robotics troubleshooting and PLC programming.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience with Fanuc robots and robotic systems.

    + Knowledge of Rockwell control systems.

    + Experience with robotic welding and system programming.

    Work Environment

    The work environment is a climate-controlled assembly facility located in Columbus, IN. The position requires travel to domestic and international sister facilities as needed. The role is primarily a 1st shift position, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime. While traveling, weekend work may be expected.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, Indiana.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $50.00/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 North Vernon,IN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 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.