Controls Engineer

Actalent; Olde West Chester (OH); Remote; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Controls Engineer to design and implement electrical controls for automated material handling equipment. You will develop specifications, review drawings, and create PLC/PAC logic for projects with travel and remote work options.

Responsibilities include programming PLCs, developing HMI screens, and conducting on-site validation at client sites. Collaboration with electrical/ mechanical engineers is essential for successful project execution.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of material handling industry experience.
• Experience with RSLogix/Studio 5000.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC/PAC controllers.
• Experience with industrial control systems including PLCs and HMIs.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Proficient with 480VAC 3-phase power.

Responsibilities

• Utilize and comprehend the department process workflow steps for completing project work.
• Engage with clients and internal project teams to define applications and produce description of operation documents.
• Generate project-specific documentation using standard company formats.
• Develop application programs to control automated equipment based on specific electrical and mechanical system design as well as operational requirements.
• Develop standard PLC programs for real-time control of automated equipment and collection of diagnostic and production data.
• Use automation programming software to create PLC programs for interfacing devices such as network I/O, variable speed drives, camera/laser scanner ID systems, and scales.
• Customize standard products to meet the requirements of each project.
• Create application programs for HMI screen design.
• Conduct in-house preliminary testing and onsite testing of the system as installed at customer facilities.
• Interact with mechanical and electrical engineering during project design reviews.
• Perform onsite technical check-out.
• Conduct on-site system commissioning at client sites to validate controls software.

Skills

Controls experience

RSLogix/Studio 5000

Allen-Bradley PLC

Industrial control systems

AutoCAD

480VAC power

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Job Title: Controls EngineerJob Description
As a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing electrical controls systems for automated material handling equipment. This project and application-based role involves developing specifications, reviewing electrical drawings, and creating PLC/PAC logic.Responsibilities

• Utilize and comprehend the department process workflow steps for completing project work.
• Engage with clients and internal project teams to define applications and produce description of operation documents.
• Generate project-specific documentation using standard company formats.
• Develop application programs to control automated equipment based on specific electrical and mechanical system design as well as operational requirements.
• Develop standard PLC programs for real-time control of automated equipment and collection of diagnostic and production data.
• Use automation programming software to create PLC programs for interfacing devices such as network I/O, variable speed drives, camera/laser scanner ID systems, and scales.
• Customize standard products to meet the requirements of each project.
• Create application programs for HMI screen design.
• Conduct in-house preliminary testing and onsite testing of the system as installed at customer facilities.
• Interact with mechanical and electrical engineering during project design reviews.
• Perform onsite technical check-out.
• Conduct on-site system commissioning at client sites to validate controls software.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of material handling industry experience.
• Experience with RSLogix/Studio 5000.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC/PAC controllers.
• Experience with industrial control systems including PLCs and HMIs.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Proficient with 480VAC 3-phase power.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with automation programming software.
• Ability to create and customize HMI screen designs.

Work Environment
This position offers the flexibility of remote work when not traveling. Expect to travel to client sites approximately 40-60% of the time.Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of West Chester, OH.Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr. 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. 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).Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of West Chester, OH.Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.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): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.