Controls Engineer

Job Title: Controls Engineer Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to join our industrial service business team. You will be responsible for supporting various projects primarily located in the Midwest, with travel requirements around 40%. Current project locations include West Michigan and Upstate New York. Work hours will typically range from 40 to 55 hours per week. When not traveling, you will be onsite training on various control systems to prepare for upcoming projects. You will have the opportunity to return home every two weeks for longer assignments.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement software for automation systems using Allen-Bradley and Siemens platforms.
- Lead projects from concept to completion, including writing software, commissioning devices, and ensuring successful system operation.
- Confidently commission devices and ensure everything operates as expected in the field.
- Collaborate with the team, provide training and mentorship to less experienced engineers, and foster a supportive environment.
- Design software for control systems, including PLC logic development and HMI programming.
- Perform pre-approval checks on software designs before submittal.
- Establish communication and field check I/O.
- Commission software and provide start-up/debug assistance.
- Work with a team to develop standard methods and designs for efficiency.
- Perform project leader functions as needed.
Essential Skills
- 5+ years of experience with Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley PLCs.
- Ability to create an I/O tree from scratch.
- Experience in debugging and offline PLC programming.
- Willingness to travel 40% of the time.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with Beckhoff PLCs.
- Vision system experience with Keyance or Cognex for inspection.
Work Environment
The controls team consists of approximately 15 people. Team members are often deployed on field projects and some may be in the office training on new technology. The work environment is family-oriented, providing opportunities to work on diverse projects across multiple industries. Employees receive training on various technologies in a dedicated training center to enhance their skills and versatility.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Lake Orion, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 10 Paid holidays and 2 weeks of PTO (may be able to go to 3 weeks) to start off. Also will get sick pay per the state guidelines.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Lake Orion, MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Lake Orion,MI. About Actalent

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