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Controls Engineer

Actalent
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2025

Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Description

As a Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for writing application code using Visual Basic, C , PLC, and OIT programs. You will create designs, drawings, BOMs, and specifications, ensuring that projects meet the specified standards and performance requirements. You will also develop PLC programs to control industrial food processing equipment and create functional OIT screens for operator interaction. Additionally, you will identify problem causes, develop alternative solutions, and communicate the associated benefits and risks. You will use advanced product line knowledge to assist Application Engineering and Customer Service in creating complex quotes for machines and parts. Collaboration with sales, service, methods, and production departments is essential.

Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
  • At least 3-10 years of relevant experience in industrial machine controls
  • Experience with from scratch programming of PLCs and HMI systems
  • Experience designing and developing control systems
  • Experience with Rockwell and Siemens PLCs
  • Experience with Wonderware HMIs

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

This company offer Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits. They also offer $401K, 2 weeks of PTO, and paid holiday. They also offer a employee bonus program that averages around 3% of yearly salary.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oakland,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 4, 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 - $140,000

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