Controls Engineer/LOTO

Actalent; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Controls Systems Engineer / LOTO Lead to support commissioning and startup in a large-scale manufacturing environment. You will serve as the site’s LOTO and Electrical Safety Lead, hands-on with PLC programming, commissioning, and automation integration.

You will work across multiple facilities with engineers, technicians, and contractors to ensure safe startup and reliable operations of automated systems. This contract role is based onsite in Boise, ID.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Controls, or Automation Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years in industrial controls, automation, or commissioning.
• Experience leading Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) programs in industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of zero-energy verification and electrical safety procedures.
• Heads-on experience with Siemens PLC platforms and PLC programming.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate LOTO activities across multiple facilities and project teams.
• Perform zero-energy verification and electrical isolation validation prior to commissioning.
• Review and approve LOTO procedures and energy isolation processes.
• Conduct electrical safety inspections in line with NFPA 70E and site standards.
• Serve as primary electrical safety resource during startup and commissioning.
• Modify, troubleshoot, and support Siemens PLC programs and automation systems.
• Support commissioning, startup, and integration of equipment and control systems.
• Troubleshoot controls hardware, instrumentation, and networks.
• Assist with HMI/SCADA modifications using AVEVA/Wonderware.

Skills

Siemens PLCs

PLC Programming

LOTO

Electrical Safety

Commissioning

Industrial Networking

Controls Engineering

NFPA 70E

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls/Automation Engineering

Tools

AVEVA

Wonderware SCADA

Siemens PLC programming tools

Job description

Job Description

Controls Systems Engineer / LOTO LeadPosition Overview

We're seeking an experienced Controls Systems Engineer / LOTO Lead to support commissioning and startup activities within a large-scale, high-tech manufacturing environment. This individual will serve as the site’s primary LOTO and Electrical Safety Lead while providing hands‑on support for controls systems, PLC programming, commissioning, troubleshooting, and automation integration.

This role supports multiple manufacturing buildings and works closely with engineers, technicians, contractors, and commissioning teams to ensure safe, efficient startup and operation of automated systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) activities across multiple facilities and project teams.
• Perform zero-energy verification and electrical isolation validation prior to commissioning activities.
• Review and approve LOTO procedures, safety plans, and energy isolation processes.
• Conduct electrical safety inspections and ensure compliance with NFPA 70E and site safety standards.
• Serve as the primary electrical safety resource during startup and commissioning operations.
• Modify, troubleshoot, and support Siemens PLC programs and automation systems.
• Support commissioning, startup, and integration of manufacturing equipment and control systems.
• Troubleshoot controls hardware, instrumentation, and industrial communication networks.
• Assist with HMI and SCADA modifications using AVEVA / Wonderware platforms.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve system performance and reliability.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of industrial controls, automation, or commissioning experience.
• Experience leading Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) programs in industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of zero-energy verification and electrical safety procedures.
• Hands‑on experience with Siemens PLC platforms and PLC programming.
• Experience commissioning industrial equipment, control panels, and automation systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving electrical and controls systems.
• Knowledge of industrial networking and communication protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor, data center, pharmaceutical, advanced manufacturing, or other mission‑critical facilities.
• Experience with AVEVA / Wonderware SCADA systems.
• Experience supporting multiple concurrent commissioning projects.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E and industrial electrical safety standards.
• Previous experience as a LOTO Coordinator, LOTO Manager, or Electrical Safety Lead.
• Experience supporting large‑scale facility startups and system integration efforts.

Top Skills

• Siemens PLCs
• PLC Programming & Troubleshooting
• AVEVA
• Wonderware SCADA
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Commissioning & Startup
• Electrical Safety
• NFPA 70E
• Industrial Networking
• Controls Engineering

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Boise, ID.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.

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 Boise,ID.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 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 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 5