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Job Title: Controls Engineer - 2nd ShiftJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated 2nd shift Controls Engineer to join our growing team. The role primarily involves programming, troubleshooting, and debugging assembly equipment. You will collaborate closely with suppliers and the manufacturing team to ensure equipment is properly programmed and operational.

Responsibilities

+ Program, troubleshoot, and debug assembly equipment, focusing on modifications rather than programming from scratch.

+ Modify programs by adding or removing steps as needed.

+ Work with assembly machines, sonic welders, clip machines, and RAP machines.

+ Assist in the installation of new machines and collaborate with assembly equipment suppliers.

+ Support the manufacturing team with computer software and program needs.

+ Collaborate with the maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing and secondary tooling/equipment-related issues.

+ Track and ensure successful completion and launch of secondary tooling.

+ Review open issues list at the start of each shift to determine machine status and needed work.

+ Document completed work in an Excel spreadsheet to track real-time issue resolution.

Essential Skills

+ 5+ years of experience working as a Controls Engineer/PLC Programmer.

+ Proficiency in programming, start-up, troubleshooting, and debugging in RS Logix 500 or RS Logix 5000.

+ Experience with HMI systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.

+ Experience with ABB or FANUC robots.

+ Knowledge or experience with vision systems such as Cognex or Keyence.

Work Environment

The role is based in a plant environment that can be hot during summer due to plastic injection mold machinery. The position operates on a 2nd shift schedule from approximately 3-4 PM to 11 PM or 12 AM, totaling 40-50 hours a week. The work culture emphasizes teamwork and communication. The dress code is business casual.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SHELBY TOWNSHIP, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 Utica,MI 48315.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 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.