Job Title: Controls Engineer

Location: Granite City, IL

Job Description

The individual is responsible for performing complete system engineering for industrial automation projects. This includes component selection and sizing. The candidate should possess knowledge of motor drives, PLCs, automation equipment, machine safety, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete system engineering for industrial automation projects.
• Select and size components for automation systems.
• Program and troubleshoot PLCs and automation equipment.
• Design control panels and ensure safety system designs, including schematics and panel layouts.
• Support projects from start to completion with client interaction and support.

Essential Skills

• 8 years of experience in industrial controls system applications with PLC, HMI, and industrial automation systems.
• 8 years of related experience in electrical design and safety system designs.
• Proficient in control systems applications from project inception to completion.
• Experience in control panel design.
• Proficiency in PLC programming, Allen-Bradley, troubleshooting, programming, and panel design.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in fluid design with pneumatic and hydraulic schematics systems.
• Knowledge of schematic, PLC troubleshooting, control systems, and ladder logic.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Must be available and willing to work overtime occasionally to meet customer project commitments.
• Willing to travel occasionally (20% or less) to work on customer sites.

Work Environment

The position is primarily office-based with occasional overtime needed to meet customer commitments. The individual must be willing to be on the floor while teams build equipment to provide support. Standard working hours are 8-5, Monday to Friday. Travel is around 20%, typically for 3-5 days at a time, to support project implementation and end-user support.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $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 Granite City,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 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 : $41 - $60