Controls Engineer

Actalent; Cincinnati (OH); Remote; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to establish procedures for designing and starting up PLC controlled systems for material handling equipment. The role involves participating in all phases of the product development lifecycle and requires strong PLC programming skills. This position is fully remote and requires significant travel to client sites.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

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

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in controls engineering.
• Ability to travel 65-75% of the time.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project requirements and perform basic controls troubleshooting.
• Support electrical installation by interfacing with electrical installers.
• Debug electrical installations of controls and motor components.

Skills

PLC programming

Controls troubleshooting

Electrical installation support

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Studio 5000

Rockwell RSLogix

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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to establish procedures for designing and starting up PLC controlled systems for material handling equipment. The ideal candidate will have a fundamental understanding of equipment, business, and customer requirements that drive the design of technical solutions. You will participate in all phases of the product development lifecycle, including analysis, design, electrical designs, installation support, debugging, and support of complementary engineering staff associated with electrical hardware engineering. System training will be provided to increase PLC knowledge for programming PLCs that control conveyor systems and robotics within the customer's distribution center and warehouse.

Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to establish procedures for designing and starting up PLC controlled systems for material handling equipment. The ideal candidate will have a fundamental understanding of equipment, business, and customer requirements that drive the design of technical solutions. You will participate in all phases of the product development lifecycle, including analysis, design, electrical designs, installation support, debugging, and support of complementary engineering staff associated with electrical hardware engineering. System training will be provided to increase PLC knowledge for programming PLCs that control conveyor systems and robotics within the customer's distribution center and warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project requirements and perform basic controls troubleshooting to support equipment with internal engineering, project management, and customers.
• Support electrical installation by interfacing with electrical installers.
• Debug electrical installations of controls and motor components of limited complexity.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• 3+ years of experience in controls engineering.
• Experience programming PLCs, specifically Studio 5000 and Rockwell.
• Ability to travel 65-75% of the time.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming.
• Knowledge of material handling equipment and conveyors.
• Familiarity with automation software such as Rockwell RSLogix.
  
  

Work Environment

This position requires travel 65-75% of the time across the country to client sites. The typical travel schedule involves 10 days on the job site followed by 4 days off. Candidates are compensated for travel time and are eligible for a $65.00/day per diem. All travel expenses are covered.

Pay and Benefits

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

Requirements

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 remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 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.

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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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