Job Title: Controls Designer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Controls Hardware Design Engineer to join our team in Wixom, Michigan, for an anticipated duration of about 2 months, with the possibility of extension based on workload. This is a full-time, 40 hours/week, 100% onsite position, with no option for hybrid or remote work. The role involves creating electrical drawing packages, designing control panel layouts, performing load, heat, and power calculations, and ensuring hardware design completeness. Familiarity with ARC Flash calculations, safety standards (NFPA79, UL508), and providing accurate Bill of Materials is essential. The ideal candidate should have 5 years of relevant experience, proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and EPlan (or at least one), and preferably a technical degree. Join us to work on innovative projects in a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and competitive compensation.

Responsibilities

• Create electrical drawing packages for various types of equipment and machinery from scratch and using customer standards and templates.
• Design complete control panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical or EPlan.
• Provide accurate Bill of Materials as part of the design, adhering to customer specifications or documenting deviation acceptance from the customer as required.
• Perform ARC Flash calculations and ensure compliance with safety standards (NFPA79, UL508).
• Support manufacturing during startup and aid software designers.
• Read and understand various technical drawings.
• Design hardware and control panels from scratch, not just detail/draft.
• Assist with PLC programming as needed.
• Lead teams as required and provide expertise in hardware and control panel design.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or EPlan (both preferred).
• 5 years of experience in controls panel design.
• Experience in performing ARC Flash calculations.
• Ability to generate accurate Bill of Materials.
• Knowledge of safety standards (NFPA79, UL508).
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
• Experience in supporting manufacturing during startup.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical degree preferred.
• Experience in PLC programming.
• Prior team leadership experience.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position with a schedule of 8am - 4pm. The role is 100% onsite in Wixom, Michigan. You will work in a collaborative environment focused on excellence and innovation, with opportunities for immediate impact and involvement in high-profile projects. The position offers a supportive environment with dedicated recruiters acting as career advisors, advocating for your needs, and providing comprehensive benefits including health insurance options, paid holidays, and vacation days.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $44.00/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 Wixom,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 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 : $38 - $44