• Controls Engineer

    Actalent (Wilsonville, OR)


    Job Title: Controls Engineer

    Job Description

    We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Controls Engineer to support both immediate staffing needs and long-term growth in our engineering team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, industrial environment and enjoys a balance of fieldwork and office-based engineering tasks. You’ll be part of a collaborative team responsible for designing, troubleshooting, and supporting complex automation systems used in heavy industrial applications.

    Responsibilities

    + Travel to customer sites (approximately one week per month, primarily within the U.S.) to diagnose and resolve control system issues.

    + Work directly with customers to identify problems, interpret schematics, and implement solutions.

    + Modify and troubleshoot PLC code, primarily using Siemens and other platforms.

    + Develop and modify electrical schematics and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD.

    + Collaborate with the electrical shop to build and test control panels and systems.

    + Assist in the design and integration of automation systems for large industrial equipment.

    + Work closely with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, project managers, and field technicians.

    + Communicate effectively with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure project success.

    + Provide technical support and documentation for ongoing and completed projects.

    Essential Skills

    + Strong understanding of industrial automation and control systems.

    + Experience with PLCs (Siemens, Omron preferred) for troubleshooting and code modification.

    + Proficiency in AutoCAD for electrical schematics and point-to-point wiring diagrams.

    + Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings and identify potential issues.

    + Comfortable working in industrial environments.

    + Willingness to travel domestically for field service and commissioning work.

    + Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.

    + Strong interpersonal skills; able to work well with customers and team members.

    + Self-motivated and adaptable to changing priorities.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience in industries such as municipal waste, recycling, food processing, or other heavy industrial sectors.

    + Experience working with large equipment and automation systems.

    + Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is a plus, but not required.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $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 Wilsonville,OR.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 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.