ENTRY LEVEL Controls Engineer

Job Title: Controls Engineer

GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO GET YOUR FOOT IN THE DOOR AND START YOUR CAREER! This client is building out their commissioning team so will be able to gain great experience and essentially gaining extra experience by the overtime you will be working. 1 year of work in this role will equate to 2 years of experience with the amount of hours putting in. Expenses are covered as well as travel. Per Diem is available which will increase your pay.

Also open if you have 1-2 years of real life experience and wanting to switch to this opportunity.

Job Description

As a Controls Engineer, you will execute automation commissioning and validation protocols, troubleshoot and remediate commissioning and validation non-conformances, and work collaboratively with internal engineers and clients to deliver advanced control systems that enhance efficiency, product quality, and profitability in process manufacturing. You will define and implement programmable logic controller (PLC) configurations, and conduct testing and 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 PLC configurations.
• Conduct testing and on-site commissioning and qualification of control systems.

Essential Skills Can be from internships/co-ops/projects in school.

• Strong electrical and troubleshooting skills.
• Mechanical assembly and aptitude.
• Expertise in electrical systems.
• Ability to conduct safety analysis and documentation.
• Experience with commissioning processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Engineering degree in mechanical, systems, automation, or electrical.
• On-site building experience.
• Flexible schedule availability.
• Adaptable and enthusiastic learner.

Work Environment

This role is based on a Data Center Project. The position starts in the last week of March, with orientation, and officially begins on April 1st. The role requires working 60 hours a week from April through the end of December, with set hours from 7 AM to 5 PM, including an hour lunch break. Standard PPE requirements include a hard hat with chin strap, safety vest, gloves, glasses, and steel toe/composite boots above the ankle..There is alot of ability to grow in this company and get into other sectors of Controls/Electrical/Mechanical.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tempe, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $42.00/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 Tempe,AZ.

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 : $36 - $42