Job Title: Assembly Controls Engineer

Job Description

The primary responsibility of this role is to design, source, program, and start up controls projects as well as introduce, lead, and teach new technology. Reporting to the Assembly Control Manager, you will support the Battery Pack and Final Assembly Production Engineering department's objective to provide high-quality, low-cost, and reliable plant equipment and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage control system projects within the Assembly Shop
• Design and implement control algorithms and software programs for machine control and data collection systems
• Perform control algorithms and software for complex systems
• Perform feature and integration builds of software
• Manage strategic business plans aligning with department hoshin for Assembly Production Information system
• Study past project and/or operation performance to determine areas of improvement, perform root cause analysis, and implement kaizens to improve performance
• Negotiate and collaborate with cross-functional divisions/departments to ensure one voice and direction is set to achieve company objectives and decision making
• Support Assembly Engineering planning and regional teams with model change implementation

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or computer science or equivalent experience
• Ability to read and write SQL, Computer, PLC codes for investigating production control system
• Knowledge of control system architecture and design expertise
• Position-related experience in Control Engineering
• Experience in Embedded Controls Algorithm, Software Engineering
• Project management experience in scope creation, stakeholder analysis, plan building, procurement service, progress monitoring with contractors, and scope, quality, and cost controls

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in similar assignments
• 3 years of current Assembly Engineering experience
• 3 years of experience on Production Management System installation projects
• 3 years of TOYOPUC/Omron/Rockwell PLC experience
• Experience with PLC IO and Data networks (ControlNet, DeviceNet, EthernetIP, FLNET)
• Experience with Webpage Design
• Experience in Software Engineering – 3 years

Work Environment

This is an onsite role requiring steel toe boots. The standard schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day, with about 20% overtime. The candidate is expected to provide shutdown support during that week. Travel is about 10% to North American Manufacturing Centers (NAMCs) within the US and approximately 10% international travel to Canada and Mexico, which may occur after about 3 months on the project. The role involves production control system design, procurement, system development, project management, system installation, plant members' training, and handover. You will work closely with other IAC engineers at satellite offices and collaborate with various project-related members and contractors.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Georgetown,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $40 - $60