Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Description

As a Controls Engineer, you will support plant operations to ensure minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. Your primary role will involve troubleshooting and maintaining PLC systems, providing technical support for maintenance and production teams, and collaborating on capital projects for continuous improvement and upgrades. You will play a crucial part in ensuring the safety and quality of products by resolving operational issues and implementing technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support plant operations by troubleshooting and maintaining PLC systems to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with plant and regional technical resources to deliver automation solutions.
• Develop, plan, and execute technical solutions for various projects and upgrades.
• Perform root cause analysis and lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Facilitate the implementation of electrical and control standards across the manufacturing plant.
• Create equipment bills of materials, scopes of work, and estimates for projects.
• Commission and maintain manufacturing equipment to ensure it operates correctly.
• Provide on-call support for night shifts and occasional on-site support for other plants.

Qualifications

• Experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting, especially with Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Proficiency in automation and controls engineering.
• Knowledge of HMI programming and developing solutions within AllenBradley and FactoryTalk.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and electrical control systems in industrial plants.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and resolve operational issues.
• Experience with control system design, electrical design, and schematic development.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with controls power distribution layouts and panel layouts.
• Familiarity with manufacturing process controls networks, infrastructure, and security systems.
• Proficiency in RSLogix, AutoCAD, Siemens PLCs, and Rockwell software.
• Understanding of food and beverage manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Willingness to cover night shift on-call support.

Work Environment

You will work in a manufacturing environment that may have varying and colder temperatures. Your time will be split between the office and the plant floor, addressing technical issues and supporting operations. Occasional travel between Sunnyside and Pasco may be required. The role offers 2-3 weeks of PTO depending on experience, sick time, and 8 holidays.

Actalent

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

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. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k)/Roth
• Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D
• Short and long-term disability
• HSA & DCFSA
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Time off or State Sick Leave

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $45 - $60