What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer position at Actalent?
Electrical Controls Engineer – Automation & Field Integration
Step into a role where your technical expertise drives real-world innovation. As an Electrical Controls Engineer, you'll design and deploy advanced automation systems that power industrial operations across the country. From programming PLCs to supporting on-site startups, you'll be hands-on with every phase of the project—making an impact from the drawing board to the production floor.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Develop and program control systems using PLCs and HMIs (primarily Allen-Bradley) for custom industrial equipment.
- Serve as a technical resource for customers, providing support and documentation for previously delivered systems.
- Design electrical schematics and single-line diagrams for both new builds and system upgrades.
- Create detailed site plans, including motor and device layouts, to guide installation teams.
- Partner with purchasing to specify and source components for electrical projects.
- Investigate and resolve system issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Travel to customer sites to support installation, commissioning, and equipment startup—bringing your designs to life.
What You’ll Bring
- Strong experience in PLC programming, HMI development, and electrical wiring.
- Solid understanding of control systems, electrical installation, and commissioning.
- Familiarity with Wonderware, AutoCAD 3D, Inventor, and 3D modeling tools.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Epicor for documentation and project coordination.
- Experience with ANSYS or similar simulation tools is a plus.
Top Skills
- PLC Programming (Allen-Bradley)
- HMI Development
- Electrical Wiring & Installation
- Control System Design
- Commissioning & Troubleshooting
- Wonderware Integration
Experience Level
- Ideal for someone with 3 years of hands-on experience who’s ready to take on more ownership and field responsibility.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $52.00/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 Ankeny,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 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 - $52
