What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineering Manager position at Actalent?
Job Description
The Controls Engineering Manager will lead and manage a team of engineers to deliver innovative, high-quality, and compliant electrical and control solutions. This leadership role involves ensuring seamless collaboration across teams, maintaining engineering standards, driving innovation, and delivering projects on time and within budget while adhering to industry standards and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of engineers to deliver high-quality and compliant electrical and control solutions.
- Ensure seamless collaboration across various teams to maintain engineering standards.
- Drive innovation and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Adhere to industry standards and regulatory compliance in all engineering processes.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Software Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in electrical and controls engineering, including at least 2 years in a managerial role.
- Proficiency in industry-standard programming platforms such as Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, EcoStruxure, Ignition, and VS Code.
- Proficiency in software languages including Python, C , SQL, ladder logic, structured text, function block diagrams, and sequential flow charts.
- Proficiency in Communication/IoT protocols such as MQTT, Ethernet I/P, and OPC UA.
- Understanding of electrical principles, power distribution, controls, and regulatory standards like NEC and UL508a.
- MS or PhD in a related Engineering degree is preferred.
- Experience with Pump stations and/or water treatment systems is preferred.
- Strong engineering management skills.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical.
The position is based in an office environment with an onsite role. The work schedule is Monday to Friday with a flexible start time ranging from 5:30 am to 9 am. Engineering and manufacturing are located at the same facility, and no travel is required.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Dallas, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $160000.00/yr.
Benefits Include:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Employer-paid Teladoc
• 401K with matching
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off; up to 120 hours
• Company-wide performance bonus - given quarterly
This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 19, 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 : $115,000 - $160,000