Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Description

We are looking to hire a Controls Engineer for a 6 month contract. The project has been in the design and build phase for the past 3-4 months and now focuses on fine-tuning the process rather than development. This role offers an opportunity to work on interesting and state-of-the-art equipment in the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform PLC/HMI programming and troubleshooting, specifically with Allen Bradley systems.
• Conduct machine check-outs and work with robotics, motion control, and machine vision.
• Engage in the fine-tuning process of custom automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot both mechanical and electrical/control/software issues.
• Document technical processes and maintain strong organizational skills.
• Collaborate with a large team of multiple stakeholders.
• Set up and maintain PCs and Microsoft SQL Servers.
• Perform hands-on system setup, including mechanical and electrical adjustments.

Essential Skills

• 5 years of Allen Bradley Studio 5000 programming experience, including Safety PLC programming.
• 2 years of experience with VFD Drives.
• 5 years of Talk View SE programming experience.
• 2 years of PC setup and maintenance experience.
• 2 years of Microsoft SQL Server setup and maintenance experience.
• Experience in troubleshooting large-scale machines.
• Strong organizational and technical documentation skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with a large team of multiple stakeholders.
• Comfortable with operating and troubleshooting large-scale machines.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical items along with electrical/controls/software items.

Work Environment

This role is located at a customer site in Northern Seattle. The work schedule is on-site Monday through Friday from 7am to 3:30pm. The individual will spend a significant amount of time working with the machine on the floor, performing all controls-related activities for the machine.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $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 Shoreline,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 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.

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• Hiring diverse talent
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• 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.

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Salary : $45 - $60