Traveling Controls Systems Engineer (Onsite Automation)

Actalent; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem benefits

Practical training

Leadership pathways

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Controls Systems Engineer for a contract-to-hire position in Detroit, MI. This role involves traveling 3–6 months per location, onsite work with internal and client teams, and delivering state-of-the-art control systems for process manufacturing environments.

You will focus on automation commissioning, validation, PLC configuration, and on-site testing and qualification, with opportunities for leadership development and hands-on training.

Qualifications

• Experience in control systems engineering with PLC configuration and implementation.
• Strong programming skills related to automation and control systems.
• Proficiency troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.
• Ability to work with HMI in building and process automation environments.
• Hands-on experience in building automation or process manufacturing controls.

Responsibilities

• Execute automation commissioning and validation protocols at client sites.
• Troubleshoot commissioning/validation non-conformances to ensure systems operate as designed.
• Collaborate with internal engineers and client teams to design/ deliver advanced control systems.
• Define, configure, and implement PLC solutions for process manufacturing applications.
• Perform testing, on-site commissioning, and qualification to verify functionality and compliance with project requirements.
• Support building automation initiatives by integrating controls, mechanical, electrical, and HMI components.
• Document commissioning activities, validation results, and remediation actions.
• Travel to different project locations and adapt to new facilities, processes, and teams.
• Participate in hands-on training and knowledge sharing to support growth and leadership development.

Skills

PLC configuration

Automation programming

Troubleshooting

HMI interfaces

Travel flexibility

Teamwork & communication

Education

Engineering degree (mechanical, systems, automation, or electrical)

Tools

PLC programming software

HMI development tools

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Controls Systems Engineer for a contract-to-hire position in Detroit, MI. This role involves traveling 3–6 months per location, onsite work with internal and client teams, and delivering state-of-the-art control systems for process manufacturing environments.

You will focus on automation commissioning, validation, PLC configuration, and on-site testing and qualification, with opportunities for leadership development and hands-on training.