Building Automation / Controls Engineer

Actalent; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA health plan (company-paid premiums

Company 401(k) contributions (not a 1:

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Automation/Controls Engineer to support building automation systems, PLCs, process controls, HVAC, and utilities in a regulated manufacturing environment. This permanent role is based in Mount Prospect, IL.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot and maintain BMS, PLC, HVAC, and utilities; perform PLC diagnostics and root-cause analysis; support upgrades and change controls; coordinate installation, startup, and maintenance; and ensure cGMP documentation and

Qualifications

• 37 years of automation, controls, facilities, or related engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain BMS, PLC, HVAC, utility, and process control systems.
• Perform PLC diagnostics, programming analysis, and root cause troubleshooting.
• Support system upgrades, repairs, change controls, and continuous improvement projects.
• Coordinate equipment installation, startup, qualification, and maintenance activities.
• Maintain cGMP documentation, SOPs, and technical records.
• Support contractors, inspections, and internal/external audits.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for critical equipment issues.

Skills

Automation experience

PLC troubleshooting

Building automation

HVAC controls

Process controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical field

Tools

Siemens PCS 7

Desigo CC

PX controllers

Job description

Seeking an experienced Automation/Controls Engineer to support building automation systems, PLCs, process controls, HVAC, and utilities in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain BMS, PLC, HVAC, utility, and process control systems.
• Perform PLC diagnostics, programming analysis, and root cause troubleshooting.
• Support system upgrades, repairs, change controls, and continuous improvement projects.
• Coordinate equipment installation, startup, qualification, and maintenance activities.
• Maintain cGMP documentation, SOPs, and technical records.
• Support contractors, inspections, and internal/external audits.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for critical equipment issues.

Qualifications

• 37 years of automation, controls, facilities, or related engineering experience.
• Strong PLC troubleshooting and building automation experience.
• Experience with Siemens PCS 7, Desigo CC, or PX controllers preferred.
• Pharmaceutical or food manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.
• Bachelors degree in Engineering or technical field preferred, not required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Mount Prospect, IL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits Overview

• Benefits Overview HSA Health Plan: Premiums are 100% company paid.
• In addition, the company contributes $5,000 toward the deductible for family coverage or $2,500 toward the deductible for single coverage.
• 401(k) Plan: Company contribution of 5% of eligible compensation (not a matching contribution).
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability: 100% company paid.
• Paid Holidays: 11 company-observed holidays annually.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) New Hire to 3 Years of Service: 20 days per year (13.333 hours accrued per month) 3 to 9 Years of Service: 30 days per year (20.0 hours accrued per month) 10 to 14 Years of Service: 33 days per year (22.0 hours accrued per month) 15+ Years of Service: 35 days per year (23.333 hours accrued per month) Additional Benefits Tuition Reimbursement (waiting list model): o Bachelor's Degree: Up to $30,000 o Master's Degree: Up to $30,000 o Ph.D.: Up to $30,000
• Childcare Reimbursement: Up to $2,000 annually.
• Dental Insurance: Employee-paid.
• Vision Insurance: Employee-paid.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Mount Prospect, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mount Prospect,IL.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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