Controls Engineer

Actalent; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering services firm is seeking a Controls Engineer to design and develop PLC programs for material handling equipment in Cincinnati, OH. This travel-intensive role involves up to 70% travel, including responsibilities like programming systems and supporting electrical installations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant field, along with significant experience in controls engineering and proficiency in PLC programming. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in controls engineering.
• Ability to travel 60-70% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Program systems to support equipment requirements.
• Support electrical installation interfacing.
• Debug electrical installation of controls.

Skills

PLC Programming

Allen-Bradley

Material Handling Equipment

Conveyors

Automation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Studio 5000

Rockwell RSLogix

Job description

Job Title: Controls Engineer

The Controls Engineer designs and develops PLC programs for material handling equipment. This position requires comprehensive knowledge of equipment, business, and customer requirements that drive the design of technical solutions. The engineer participates in all phases of the product development lifecycle, including analysis, design, electrical designs, installation support, electrical installation debugging, and supports other complementary engineering staff associated with electrical hardware engineering. The Controls Engineer works independently to resolve site requirement changes and supports solutions to complete designed equipment installations.

Responsibilities

• Program systems to support equipment in collaboration with internal engineering/project management and customers to determine system requirements.
• Support electrical installation by interfacing with electrical installers.
• Debug electrical installation of controls and motor components.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in PLC Programming.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley, Material Handling Equipment, Conveyors, and Automation.
• Knowledge of Studio 5000 and Rockwell RSLogix.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 3+ years of experience in controls engineering.
• Experience programming PLCs, Studio 500, and Rockwell.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to travel 60-70% of the time.

Work Environment

This position is travel-intensive, requiring travel 60%-70% of the time. The typical schedule involves up to 10 days on the jobsite followed by 4 days off. Travel will be across the country to client sites. Candidates are compensated for travel time and are eligible for a daily per diem. The employer covers travel expenses.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr.

• 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 remote position.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Feb 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.

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