Controls Engineer Project Lead

Job Description

Lead and manage projects by serving as the design lead, programming lead, or owner's representative on selected projects, ensuring successful project execution. Plan, organize, supervise, and review the work of a team of engineers and designers, fostering collaboration and high-quality outcomes. Regularly meet with clients to define project scope, present progress updates, and ensure client satisfaction. Develop comprehensive PLC architecture designs, including Ethernet, ControlNet, and Remote I/O systems. Create detailed contractor installation and construction packages, including riser/conduit installation drawings, device location plans/elevations, and specifications. Design electrical controls schematics, covering low-voltage power distribution, PLC I/O drawings, and 480V motor 1-line and 3-line schematics. Perform PLC/HMI programming using platforms such as RSLogix 5, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, PanelViewPlus RSView ME, Ignition, and Wonderware. Provide on-site electrical system construction and commissioning support, including device/hardware checkout and troubleshooting of PLC/HMI programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the design lead, programming lead, or owner's representative on selected projects.
• Plan, organize, supervise, and review the work of a team of engineers and designers.
• Meet with clients to define project scope, present progress updates, and ensure client satisfaction.
• Develop comprehensive PLC architecture designs, including Ethernet, ControlNet, and Remote I/O systems.
• Create detailed contractor installation and construction packages.
• Design electrical controls schematics for low-voltage power distribution, PLC I/O drawings, and 480V motor schematics.
• Perform PLC/HMI programming using RSLogix 5, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, PanelViewPlus RSView ME, Ignition, and Wonderware.
• Provide on-site electrical system construction and commissioning support, including device/hardware checkout and troubleshooting of PLC/HMI programs.

Essential Skills

• PLC programming
• Automation
• Wonderware
• Programming
• AutoCAD
• AutoCAD Electrical

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 8 years of related practical experience
• Experience in heavy industrial manufacturing (glass, steel, or graphite industry preferred)
• Self-starter with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Allen Bradley PLC and HMI programming experience preferred
• Knowledge of project design, cost estimating, and scheduling
• Good computer and communication skills
• Ability to work and communicate remotely

Work Environment

In office 2 days and remote 3 days. Travel usually varies from 20% to 40% and may include international travel to Latin America or Canada. A valid driver's license is required, which may be waived for international assignments. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K, PTO, and paid holidays.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $62.50/hr.

• 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 hybrid position in Troy,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 12, 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 : $50 - $63