• Senior Controls Engineer II

    Actalent (Atlanta, GA)


    Job Title: Controls Engineer II

    Job Description

    We are seeking a highly skilled Controls Engineer II to design control systems for industrial material handling solutions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for concepting new ideas, developing specifications and requirements, implementing proof of concepts and prototypes, and leading the transition to manufacturing. This role involves leading large projects or multiple smaller projects and providing direction and training to associates.

    Responsibilities

    + Design control systems for industrial material handling solutions.

    + Lead the concepting and design of products that add value and meet customer and market needs.

    + Collaborate with the development team to ensure products fit with current and future manufacturing operations.

    + Ensure products meet competitive and market demands for performance and cost.

    + Specify and develop sequences of operations for automated equipment.

    + Prepare schematics and specifications for control panel fabrication.

    + Develop Programmable Logical Control (PLC) programs.

    + Maintain product development schedules and cost estimates.

    + Follow established engineering standards and best practices, including software revision control.

    + Perform prototype development and testing.

    + Conduct on-site beta testing to ensure safety, reliability, and performance metrics are met.

    + Investigate product issues in the field and determine root cause.

    + Travel domestically up to 40% within North America, primarily within the Continental United States.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.

    + Minimum of 8 years of related experience.

    + Experience with sortation, conveyance equipment, or robotics design.

    + Experience with control software and tools.

    + Knowledge of electrical and safety codes for machine and equipment design, including execution of risk assessments.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + In-depth knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA systems.

    + Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical or other electrical CAD systems.

    + Ability to lead a team and accomplish project goals effectively.

    + Strong multi-tasking abilities while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    + Team-oriented mindset.

    + Proficiency in programming from a clean sheet.

    + Comfortable with high domestic travel (50-60%).

    + Associate's Degree in a related field.

    + Proficiency with safety PLCs.

    + Experience with ESOPs.

    + Bachelor's Degree in a related field is a plus.

    Work Environment

    This position offers a hybrid work environment with the potential to be fully remote. The role involves significant domestic travel and provides an opportunity to grow within a well-known national company in the material handling industry.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Atlanta, GA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $135000.00/yr.

     

    3 Weeks PTO, 7 sick days, 2 floating holidays, 401k with a match (4%) and HSA/FSA program if they choose the plan that includes this, eligible for benefits day 1

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Atlanta,GA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

    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.