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Actalent Industrial Automation Controls Engineer in Westerville, Ohio

Job Title: Industrial Automation Controls EngineerJob Description

The Controls Engineer is responsible for creating electric and pneumatic control schematics, as well as PLCs and HMIs for industrial machinery. They will collaborate with other engineers to develop and troubleshoot automation systems, both remotely and in person. This role includes assisting in the creation of technical manuals and providing support to field technicians during equipment assembly and commissioning. The ideal candidate will work with mechanical engineers for the interface and installation of PLC and embedded control-based hardware and software systems, prepare equipment drawings and documentation, and supervise implementation. They will also perform set-up, calibration, design testing, and troubleshooting of circuits, components, and instruments. Furthermore, they will develop and document new PLC control systems from concept to installation, partner with other engineers and Operations team members to ensure equipment is meeting expectations, understand process control issues, and develop solutions to improve outcomes. Additionally, they will analyze and recommend changes to equipment for improvements in performance and cost reduction, develop project requirements, prepare project specifications, cost estimates and justifications, maintain configuration control of current PLC source code, support training initiatives on new installations, develop standard operating procedures, provide technical support to field technicians for all manufacturing builds during assembly and commissioning of equipment, assist in the creation of technical manuals and process documentation, and stay abreast of the latest technology and techniques to provide designs that are competitive and cost-effective.

Hard Skills

  • PLC Programming (from scratch)

  • Electrical Design

  • Servomotors/Pneumatic Systems

Soft Skills

  • Collaboration

  • Troubleshooting

  • Project Management

  • Technical Support

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 12 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Westerville, Ohio and some days remote.

Work Environment

This role requires both remote and in-person engagements, including providing onsite support during the assembly and commissioning of equipment. The candidate will work closely with a team of engineers and operations members, requiring effective collaboration and communication.

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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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