Controls Specialist

As a Controls Specialist, you will work both individually and in teams to support capital projects and implement innovative solutions. You will play a key role in helping our clients make essential changes to enhance their performance and achieve their most important goals.

• Coordinate work schedules and manpower forecasts for the owner's operations technicians.
• 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 perform root cause failure analysis on assigned projects.
• Train suppliers in the owner's commissioning software systems.
• Provide and manage supplier access to the owner's commissioning software systems.
• Interface effectively with engineering design team members and client representatives.

• 2 years of 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.
• Strong understanding of Design/Build (Engineering and Construction) processes.
• Good understanding of complex process systems architecture & 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.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical, and building automation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or a similar technical field (preferred).
• Associate's degree or technical certification in electrical, mechanical, or control systems engineering, or a related field. Direct experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with control systems in a data center or similar environment.
• Familiarity with various control system platforms; BMS (Building Management Systems) or SCADA is a plus.
• Experience conducting I/O checkouts.

The role involves traveling to projects located in South Bend, Indiana, with a per diem included. You will work between 40-50 hours per week.

This is a Contract position based out of New Carlisle, IN.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/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 New Carlisle,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 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 : $40 - $55