What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Technician position at Actalent?
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Controls Technician with expertise in robotics engineering and systems integration. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of electrical systems, PLC commissioning, and networking troubleshooting. This role involves extensive travel to meet technology demands domestically.
Responsibilities:
- Follow written procedures to facilitate commissioning of workcells.
- Troubleshoot issues and document solutions.
- Execute test plans to ensure quality commissioning.
- Communicate work status effectively to the commissioning lead.
- Capture daily work aspects using tools like ServiceNow, Quip, and messaging applications.
- Develop and refine detailed procedural documentation for systems integration and commissioning tasks.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners for successful robotics systems integration into warehouse operations.
- Travel extensively to meet technology demands domestically.
Essential Skills:
- Proficiency in FANUC commissioning and operation.
- Experience with Siemens PLC commissioning.
- Knowledge and use of PROFINET architecture.
- Experience in computer vision.
- Basic Linux terminal commands for file navigation and copying.
- Proficiency in low voltage electrical troubleshooting, including sensors and 24VDC controls.
- Networking troubleshooting skills, including NAT, switch, and Ethernet devices.
- Daily and weekly task tracking.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience with ASRS robots.
- Electrical and schematic knowledge.
Work Environment:
- The role requires adapting to different warehouse settings and utilizing various technologies and tools to ensure successful systems integration.
Job Type & Location:
- This is a contract position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.
- 3 year contract.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $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 Virginia Beach,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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 : $40 - $45
