Controls Engineer

Job Description

Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of existing and new equipment. Serve as the internal subject matter expert in control systems including PLC, HMI, VFD, Motion Control, system integration, and electromechanical devices. Manage portions of projects as assigned, including quoting, materials ordering, and budgeting depending on the size and scope of the project. Participate in customer meetings from a technical perspective, applying knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming. Assist in giving instructions and directions to a custom panel shop team. Develop training procedures and documentation for US-based field service. Develop, duplicate, and modify new and existing PLC programs for proprietary process control systems. Travel to customer sites for equipment commissioning and troubleshooting support (30-50% travel expected). Train customer staff on equipment functionality and process operations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise for existing and new equipment.
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert in control systems including PLC, HMI, VFD, Motion Control, system integration, and electromechanical devices.
• Manage portions of projects including quoting, materials ordering, and budgeting.
• Participate in customer meetings from a technical perspective.
• Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming.
• Assist in giving instructions and directions to a custom panel shop team.
• Develop training procedures and documentation for US-based field service.
• Develop, duplicate, and modify new and existing PLC programs for proprietary process control systems.
• Travel to customer sites for equipment commissioning and troubleshooting support (30-50% travel expected).
• Train customer staff on equipment functionality and process operations.

Essential Skills

• Automation
• PLC programming
• Electrical
• Controls engineering
• AutoCAD
• Controls engineering from scratch in an industrial or process control setting
• Project management
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with Programmable Logic Controllers
• HMI Programming
• AutoCAD/Electrical Design
• Debug/Testing/Commissioning

Work Environment

The position is based on-site at an industrial equipment manufacturer. The role involves working with state-of-the-art technologies and equipment in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Expect 30-50% travel to customer sites for equipment commissioning and troubleshooting support.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.25 - $67.31

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 Warrenville,IL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 25, 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.

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 : $43 - $67