Controls Engineer

Description

Controls Engineer to lead the development and deployment of standardized diagnostic systems across our manufacturing operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of automation, data, and process improvement—someone who can build scalable fault-handling logic and drive actionable insights from downtime data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct facility walkthroughs and equipment audits to assess current diagnostic capabilities

• Analyze operational data (OEE, cycle times, downtime, throughput) to identify inefficiencies

• Design and implement reusable diagnostic logic templates across PLCs, Ignition, and GE Proficy systems

• Develop structured diagnostic frameworks using asset models and category hierarchies

• Deploy diagnostics logic across pilot lines, multiple lines, and full facilities with increasing accuracy targets

• Address legacy equipment challenges and refine diagnostic routines for full coverage

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and adoption

• Recommend equipment upgrades, automation improvements, or process changes based on findings

• Document all logic, configurations, and deployment procedures for scalability and knowledge transfer

Skills

Plc programming, Automation, Rockwell, Troubleshooting, Programming, Allen-bradley, scada

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Required Experience & Skills

• 8 years of experience in controls engineering

• Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.)

• Hands-on experience with Ignition SCADA and GE Proficy platforms

• Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs and diagnostic data (OEE, downtime, etc.)

• Experience developing and deploying diagnostic logic and fault-handling routines

• Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills

• Ability to lead cross-site standardization initiatives and manage multi-line deployments

Experience Level

Expert Level

This is a Contract position based out of St Joseph, MO.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $67.00/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 St Joseph,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 9, 2026.

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.

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Salary : $60 - $67