Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a Controls Engineer for a 12-month contract position that has the potential to become a direct hire. This role requires expertise in PLC programming, automation, and electrical troubleshooting. You will work in a dynamic environment that combines office and manufacturing floor duties.

Responsibilities

• Write code from scratch in Allen Bradley PLC.
• Read and redline in AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Program Fanuc robots (preferred).
• Work with vision systems and lean manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in controls engineering.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient production processes.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in writing code from scratch in Allen Bradley PLC.
• Ability to read and redline in AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Experience in PLC programming, automation, and electrical troubleshooting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to program Fanuc robots.
• Experience with vision systems.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Toyota production experience.
• Familiarity with Siemens PLC.

Work Environment

The work environment includes cubicles situated between manufacturing cells, which can be noisy at times. All employees have radios to facilitate communication. The role requires spending 50% of the time on the manufacturing floor and 50% in the office. The company hosts fun events such as food trucks, free gear giveaways, and dunk tanks, with a dedicated internal team to arrange these events.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $41.00/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 Cadillac,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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 : $35 - $41