• Controls Engineer

    Actalent (Shelbyville, KY)


    Job Title: Controls Engineer Job Description

     

    The Controls Engineer I is responsible for supporting all phases of a controls project. This includes assistance in concept and research, estimating support, component selection, network design, panel design, layout, device troubleshooting, PLC and HMI programming, on-site installation and debugging, and after-sales support. The role operates under an established set of guidelines.

    Responsibilities

    + Understand AC/DC control systems with the ability to read component cut sheets.

    + Assist and support the process for designing and delivering successful control systems.

    + Support in designing and developing layouts for electrical circuits or systems for power and control distribution.

    + Assist in the production of detailed schematics.

    + Support the Systems Checklist for projects during field installation and startup.

    + Develop electrical diagrams efficiently and locate and correct mistakes in electrical diagrams by themselves and others.

    Essential Skills

    + PLC programming

    + Controls engineering

    + AutoCAD

    + Troubleshooting

    + HMI

    + Commissioning

    + Networking

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field.

    + 1-3 years of experience in the field or controls engineering.

    + Basic knowledge of electrical equipment and local building codes such as UL508a, NEC, and NFPA.

    + Hands-on mechanical and electrical capabilities.

    + Understanding of VFDs, servos, sensors, and vision systems.

    + Material handling expertise.

    Work Environment

    The role is office-based when not in the field, with the expectation of travel 50% or more of the time, following a 10-4 rotation schedule. The company offers a dynamic and growing environment with opportunities for long-term wealth building, as it is transitioning to an ESOP by the end of the year.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, Kentucky.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $41.00/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 Shelbyville,KY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 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.