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Controls Systems Engineer

Actalent
Salt Lake, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/15/2026

Job Title: Controls Systems Engineer II

AZ, NV, UT, OR

25%-40% Travel, GREAT PER DIEM

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Controls Systems Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will execute automation commissioning and validation protocols, troubleshoot and remediate non-conformances, and work collaboratively with internal engineers and clients to enhance efficiency, product quality, and profitability in process manufacturing. You will also define and implement programmable logic controller (PLC) configurations, and conduct testing, on-site commissioning, and qualification of control systems.

Responsibilities

  • Execute automation commissioning and validation protocols.
  • Troubleshoot and remediate commissioning and validation non-conformances.
  • Collaborate with internal engineers and clients to provide state-of-the-art control systems.
  • Define and implement programmable logic controller (PLC) configurations.
  • Conduct testing and on-site commissioning and qualification of control systems.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in PLC programming and automation.
  • Experience with PLC-based control systems.
  • Strong process documentation skills.
  • Hands-on experience troubleshooting Rockwell PLCs.
  • Experience in a GMP/Pharma environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Site, material, and equipment management.
  • Assembly of automated equipment.
  • Experience with Rockwell and Studio 5000.
  • Ability to execute assignments with minimal supervision.

Work Environment

This role offers long-term opportunities with flexibility to stay on the project or move to others as needed. Expect 30%-50% travel, primarily to Texas in 2026, with projects focusing on data centers and soon expanding to life sciences and power utilities. Additional pay is available for extended hours onsite, along with per diem, mileage compensation, and provided housing for those traveling outside the area. Our team consistently delivers control systems that enable high-quality, efficient, and reliable solutions for manufacturing and facilities. You will work on a variety of systems, including power monitoring and building management, to create common network/control systems for mechanical and electrical large buildings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Salt Lake City, UT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

full benefits package, per diem, extra pay over 40 hours, and 86$ a day when traveling

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Salt Lake City,UT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 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 : $90,000 - $105,000

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