Travel Controls Systems Engineer - PLC & Automation Expert

Actalent; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Controls Systems Engineer for full-time, travel-based work across project sites. Typical assignments are 3 to 6 months, with on-site automation commissioning, validation, and PLC configuration work.

You will collaborate with internal engineers and clients to deliver state-of-the-art control systems for process manufacturing, ensuring quality and efficiency across locations.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in mechanical, systems, automation, or electrical disciplines, or comparable hands-on experience.
• Willingness to travel to project sites for 3–6 months per location.

Responsibilities

• Execute automation commissioning and validation protocols for control systems.
• Troubleshoot and remediate non-conformances to ensure reliable operation.
• Collaborate with internal engineers and clients to design and deliver advanced control systems.
• Define PLC configurations tailored to project requirements.
• Perform testing, on-site commissioning, and qualification of control systems.

Skills

Automation commissioning

PLC configurations

Troubleshooting

HMI systems

Teamwork

Electrical & mechanical

Travel readiness

Safety protocols

Learning agility

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Actalent seeks a Controls Systems Engineer for full-time, travel-based work across project sites. Typical assignments are 3 to 6 months, with on-site automation commissioning, validation, and PLC configuration work.

You will collaborate with internal engineers and clients to deliver state-of-the-art control systems for process manufacturing, ensuring quality and efficiency across locations.