Electrical Controls Engineer — Automation & Robotics
Actalent
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Job summary
Actalent is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to support an industrial client in the Portland Metro region. This permanent role in Tualatin, OR offers hands-on PLC programming, machine startup, and integration of robotics and vision systems.
You will collaborate across projects, mentor others, and contribute to scalable automation solutions. The position emphasizes controls engineering with ~70% PLC work and ~30% electrical design, system integration, and commissioning, in a fast-paced,
Qualifications
- 5+ years demonstrated experience in electrical and controls engineering.
Responsibilities
- Program, modify, and debug PLC-based control systems for automation equipment.
- Develop new PLC programs from scratch and update existing programs to support system changes.
- Configure I/O, tune control logic, and commission automation equipment to ensure reliable and safe operation.
- Troubleshoot automation systems during build, testing, debugging, and startup to resolve controls issues.
- Review electrical designs for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with standards and best practices.
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Job description
Actalent is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to support an industrial client in the Portland Metro region. This permanent role in Tualatin, OR offers hands-on PLC programming, machine startup, and integration of robotics and vision systems.
You will collaborate across projects, mentor others, and contribute to scalable automation solutions. The position emphasizes controls engineering with ~70% PLC work and ~30% electrical design, system integration, and commissioning, in a fast-paced,
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