Job Title: Controls Specialist

Job Description

As a Controls Specialist, you will work individually and collaboratively to support capital projects and implement solutions that drive significant improvements for our clients. You will coordinate operations, integrate schedules, manage commissioning activities, conduct assessments, and provide training, all while interfacing with design teams and client representatives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate owner's operations technicians' work schedules and manpower forecasts.
• Manage and track commissioning constraints and deficiencies affecting the schedule or quality of Basebuild utility systems post-construction installation.
• Integrate construction and design schedules with commissioning activities.
• Provide reports and updates on schedule and quality metrics.
• Conduct system and facility engineering job walk assessments.
• Troubleshoot and complete root cause failure analysis on assigned projects.
• Train suppliers in commissioning software systems.
• Provide and manage access for suppliers to commissioning software systems.
• Interface smoothly with engineering design team members and client representatives.

Essential Skills

• 2 years’ experience in commissioning or construction for I&C or Electrical Basebuild systems in the Advanced Technology sector.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation, PLC5, and Control Logix hardware and software.
• Experience with multi-discipline large capital projects involving owners, general contractors, contractors, and system integrators.
• Good understanding of Design/Build (Engineering and Construction).
• Knowledge of complex process systems architecture and design, instrumentation, device selection, networking, PLC & I/O architectures, P&IDs, data sheets, and SCADA.
• Working knowledge of environments common in large industrial applications such as Dry/Wet Mechanical, AWN, Gas/Chem Distribution, HVAC, and Clean Room environmental control.
• Proficiency in control systems programming and configuration.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Experience conducting I/O checkouts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or similar technical field (preferred).
• Associate's degree or technical certification in electrical, mechanical, or control systems engineering or related field; direct experience considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with control systems in a data center or similar environment.
• Familiarity with various control system platforms such as Building Management Systems (BMS) or SCADA.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and proactive approach to work.

Work Environment

The role involves traveling to project sites in South Bend, Indiana, with a per diem included. You will work 50 hours per week, engaging with advanced technologies in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 South Bend,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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 : $35 - $45