Traveling Controls Engineer – PLC Troubleshooting & Startup
Actalent
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Job summary
Actalent is seeking a Traveling Controls Engineer for contracts based in Dalton, GA. This entry-level role emphasizes PLC troubleshooting, commissioning, and integration across manufacturing, pharmaceutical, industrial, and data center projects.
Significant travel to client sites is expected for startup, validation, and ongoing troubleshooting. The position offers broad exposure to advanced automation technologies and substantial field work, with a path toward long-term growth within Actalent's
Qualifications
- 1+ year of PLC troubleshooting experience (Rockwell preferred).
- 1+ year of commissioning, integration, or controls experience.
- Experience in industrial, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, GMP, or data center environments.
- Strong automation, electrical, and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently and travel extensively.
Responsibilities
- Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs (Rockwell preferred).
- Commission and validate automation/control systems.
- Integrate equipment into new and existing control architectures.
- Support power monitoring, building management, and facility control systems.
- Work with engineers and clients to deliver reliable automation solutions.
- Travel to project sites for startup, testing, and client support.
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Job description
Actalent is seeking a Traveling Controls Engineer for contracts based in Dalton, GA. This entry-level role emphasizes PLC troubleshooting, commissioning, and integration across manufacturing, pharmaceutical, industrial, and data center projects.
Significant travel to client sites is expected for startup, validation, and ongoing troubleshooting. The position offers broad exposure to advanced automation technologies and substantial field work, with a path toward long-term growth within Actalent's
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