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Job Title: Automation Commissioning Engineer
Job Description
Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the efficiency, quality, and profitability of process manufacturing through state-of-the-art control systems. As an Automation Commissioning Engineer, you will play a critical role in executing automation commissioning and validation protocols, troubleshooting non-conformances, and implementing programmable logic controller (PLC) configurations.
Responsibilities
- Execute automation commissioning and validation protocols.
- Troubleshoot and remediate commissioning and validation non-conformances.
- Collaborate with internal engineers and clients to improve efficiency, product quality, and profitability of process manufacturing.
- Define and implement programmable logic controller (PLC) configurations.
- Conduct testing and on-site commissioning and qualification of control systems.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in Allen-Bradley and Rockwell PLCs.
- Strong troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with commissioning in a GMP/Pharma environment.
- Ability to execute assignments with minimal supervision.
- 2-8 years of experience in automation or a related field.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer or Chemical Engineering or Electrical Technology.
- Hands-on experience with troubleshooting Rockwell PLCs.
- Experience in a GMP/Pharma environment.
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/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)
This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Salary : $60 - $65