Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Description

The Controls Engineer position focuses on industrial automation of wastewater equipment, with an emphasis on implementing PLC and HMI programs. The role involves working with the engineering department to automate and troubleshoot various equipment's.

Responsibilities

• Perform automation and control systems design, specification, simulation, and start-up assistance.
• Attend project meetings as required by the project.
• Implement specialized techniques and approaches to handle automation projects.
• Develop customized programs specific to customer needs and requirements.
• Program and test various pieces of automated machinery.
• Upgrade the design of existing devices by adding automation elements.
• Provide automation support to departments throughout the organization.
• The position will require 30% travel (mostly domestic).

Essential Skills

• PLC programming (Allen Bradley/Rockwell Software Studio 5000, RSLogix 500 - potentially some Modicon).
• HMI programming (FactoryTalk View ME, FactoryTalk View SE, RSLinx).
• Ladder Logic programming language.
• Ability to read/interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Design experience with AutoCAD.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an Associates degree in Industrial Automation preferred.
• 2 years of experience in PLC and HMI programming.
• Experience in process controls and/or water/wastewater is nice to have.
• Must be able to travel 25%-30% of the time.

Work Environment

Casual dress code. The position will require 25%-30% travel (mainly domestic). The company offers a hybrid work schedule and is a growing organization with recent investments.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

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 hybrid position in CHASKA,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 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 : $80,000 - $120,000