What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Title: Controls Engineer
Job Description
The Controls Engineer will lead automation projects with a focus on electrical and controls engineering that align with strategic business goals. This role involves system design, modifications, capital projects, and equipment troubleshooting to support Data Solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement control systems for manufacturing processes, including electrical design, PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA systems.
- Develop product tracking systems, including MES integration using PLCs, SCADA, Vision Systems, ERP Systems, and Databases.
- Propose and implement equipment upgrades and optimizations to enhance reliability.
- Develop technical requirements for vendors to bid and construct custom machines and control systems.
- Provide advanced troubleshooting and repair support for production.
- Lead projects aligned with organizational goals such as safety, productivity, and cost savings.
- Create and manage project plans, including resources, costs, benefits, and schedules.
- Communicate project status to stakeholders and ensure project results are sustained.
- Support and lead capital expenditure requests and implementations using cost justification and business management principles.
- Participate in design reviews to evaluate safety, mechanical robustness, and electrical/controls standardization.
Essential Skills
- Experience in Automation and Controls Engineering.
- Proficiency in PLC programming, particularly Allen Bradley PLCs.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- 3 years' experience in Controls Engineering.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
- Experience with robotics and machine vision is advantageous.
- Experience in Electrical CAD design is beneficial.
Work Environment
This position is 100% onsite, with approximately 60% of the time spent on the floor troubleshooting and working with equipment. The company is growing and supports numerous data centers and solutions.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00/yr.
Copies of the Summaries of Benefits and Coverage (SBCs) for each of the medical plan options are also available at the Allegis
Group Benefits website. As an employee, the medical benefits available to you represent a significant component of your
compensation package. They also provide important protection for you and your family in the case of illness or injury. SBCs help
you make an informed choice regarding your medical coverage by summarizing important information about the plan options
in a standard format. In doing so, SBCs are designed to help you compare across options.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Anoka,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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 : $90,000 - $120,000