Controls Engineer: PLC & HMI Design, Commissioning

Actalent

Fond du Lac (WI)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan and profit分享

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Actalent seeks a skilled Controls Engineer to design, program, and commission industrial control systems from concept through startup. The role involves creating control panels, wiring diagrams, and network diagrams, and programming Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs using FactoryTalk SE/ME.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on automation and electrical fundamentals knowledge, plus strong communication and teamwork to support field commissioning and project execution at client sites in Fond du

Qualifications

Bachelor of Engineering degree or an Associate degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in controls or a closely related field.
Hands-on experience with automation systems and PLC programming for industrial applications.
Experience with PLC hardware, software, and configuration, including Rockwell / Allen-Bradley platforms.
Proficiency in programming and configuring HMIs.
Experience with FactoryTalk SE and FactoryTalk ME programming environments.
Strong knowledge of electrical fundamentals, including power distribution, control circuits, and panel design.
Understanding of networking fundamentals relevant to industrial control systems and communication networks.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications for documentation, reporting, and communication.
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies, tools, and project requirements.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively as part of a team.
Understanding of project workflows from design through estimating, coordination, procurement, construction support, and pre-fabrication.

Responsibilities

Design control panels for industrial processes, ensuring compliance with standards and project requirements.
Develop detailed I/O lists and wiring diagrams to support control system implementation and documentation.
Create network diagrams to define communication architectures for control systems.
Program PLCs and HMIs to meet process and operational requirements.
Provide technical support and practical solutions to other departments and stakeholders.
Coordinate with clients, vendors, and contractors to clarify requirements and resolve issues.
Support field commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting of installed control systems.
Prepare construction packages and technical specifications for control and electrical systems.