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Job Title: Controls & Automation Engineer

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Controls & Automation Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in managing BACO controls and commissioning operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to work both in-house and in the field, closely collaborating with test cell and production teams to ensure the seamless operation of control systems.

Responsibilities

+ Perform commissioning tasks and ensure successful unit acceptance tests.

+ Load, calibrate, and update software as required.

+ Access firmware, set parameters, and conduct basic inspections on power electronics cabinets to ensure proper assembly and hardware functionality.

+ Check electronic components and utilize test equipment extensively.

+ Document procedures meticulously and prepare work orders and work processes.

+ Identify corrective actions and troubleshoot issues with a logical approach.

+ Understand and interpret instrumentation signals for code reflection.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in Allen-Bradley controls engineering.

+ 3+ years of controls engineering experience.

+ Experience with PLC programming and HMI for Turbine Operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Troubleshooting skills.

+ Experience in field operations.

+ Knowledge of power generation and generation regulators.

+ Familiarity with Siemens control systems and firmware.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Katy, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/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 Katy,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 27, 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.