Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to create and commission industrial control systems, troubleshoot PLCs, and mentor technicians and engineers. You will conduct electrical studies to upgrade and improve current electrical controls, document systems for OEM equipment, and create ladder logic schematics. You will also assist in ordering electrical components, analyze plant processes, adhere to quality and safety standards, and specify electrical devices. Additionally, you will manage contractor interactions for electrical systems and provide engineering support for various projects.

Responsibilities

• Create and commission industrial control systems
• Troubleshoot PLCs and mentor technicians and engineers
• Conduct electrical studies to upgrade and improve current electrical controls
• Document current electrical systems for OEM equipment
• Create ladder logic schematics for undocumented equipment
• Order required electrical components and assist engineering and maintenance departments
• Analyze plant processes and suggest improvements based on electrical knowledge
• Adhere to quality and safety standards
• Specify electrical devices including sensors, VFDs, and PLC components
• Manage contractor interactions including design, costing, quoting, and executing electrical system upgrades
• Coordinate, support, and maintain various electrical system projects
• Provide engineering support for internally and externally designed projects
• Read and interpret electrical schematics

Essential Skills

• PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Reading engineering drawings and schematics
• Automation and controls engineering
• HMI programming
• RSLogix programming
• Strong command of logic controls, electrical software, and electric theory
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and NFPA 79 codes

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Controls Engineering, PLC, HMI, and high voltage systems
• Experience with manufacturing integration and commissioning
• Ability to supervise technicians
• Self-motivation to keep up with current electrical advances using new technologies
• Using industry-specific tools to analyze and test electronics
• Time-management skills for meeting deadlines
• Previous electrical and programming experience in a manufacturing environment
• Facility electrical power distribution planning (12470Vac – 120Vac)
• Project management experience
• Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and maintenance management experience
• Experience with Rockwell Automation Allen Bradley PLC and RSLogix programming software

Work Environment

You will be working in a metal processing plant focused on the creation of super alloys. The position reports directly to the Engineering Manager. The work environment involves implementing new product lines and processes, offering growth opportunities within the company.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

Along with your pay, our company provides you with a comprehensive package of benefits that is competitive with other leading companies. Some of our benefits include: Paid vacation each year, based on length of service; 13 paid holidays per year; 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, company may match a percentage of your pre-tax contributions; Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period; Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire; Employee Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Assistance Program; Free fitness center membership; Shift premium.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dover,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 26, 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 : $105,000 - $125,000