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Controls Engineer 5

Actalent
Tucson, AZ Contractor
POSTED ON 12/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/13/2026
Job Title: Controls EngineerJob Description

The primary role of a Controls Engineer is to design, develop, install, and maintain equipment used to monitor and control engineering systems and processes. The position involves working on the entire lifecycle of electrical design, from specification and concept to system completion, while adhering to the overall project schedule.

Responsibilities
  • Assist in creating and following electrical design schedules, ensuring alignment with project timelines.
  • Test, evaluate, modify, and calibrate products and instruments.
  • Analyze plant processes and design improvements for implementation.
  • Troubleshoot hardware and process issues.
  • Analyze project requirements and perform technical calculations to support design, including electrical requirements, robotic safety standards, and motor controls.
  • Ensure all safety objectives and legal requirements are met for all completed work.
Essential Skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities.
  • Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • Proficient leadership and mentoring skills to provide support and constructive feedback.
  • Technical proficiency in relevant software applications.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
  • 10 years of experience in controls engineering, development, testing, or related fields.
  • Experience in controls software development and/or testing.
  • Machine or vehicle level engineering experience, preferably in machine performance, controls, testing, or simulation.
  • Familiarity with mining trucks operations and applications.
Work Environment

This role requires a dynamic work environment where the engineer will work with various technologies and equipment. The position may involve fieldwork in industrial settings, requiring compliance with safety standards and protocols. The work schedule aligns with project timelines and may require flexibility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Tucson, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $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 Tucson,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 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.

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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $40 - $60

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