Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to join our team, focusing on the Northern Virginia area. The ideal candidate will have between 3 to 6 years of experience in relevant fields, such as HVAC controls, controls commissioning, and PLC programming. A technical school graduate or a holder of a four-year degree in mechanical or electrical engineering is preferred. This position is 100% onsite with a one-year contract duration, and offers the potential to transition to a permanent role, with up to 10% travel required.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission systems, ensuring all components are correctly integrated and functioning.
• Perform regular maintenance and troubleshoot issues with system components.
• Download, update, and verify the accuracy of software used in systems.
• Calibrate and test HVAC systems and controls to ensure optimal performance.
• Monitor system components for efficiency and safety, providing diagnostics and repairs as needed.
• Stay in compliance with required company trainings.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in HVAC systems, electrical systems, and computer networking.
• Previous experience in similar or related fields.
• Relevant certifications in HVAC, electrical systems, or related technologies.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills for coordinating with other technicians and stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in commissioning or data center systems.
• Certification in systems such as JCI, Honeywell, or Schneider.
• Ability to work across electrical, mechanical, and software domains.
• Proficiency in SQL, Java, and C programming languages.
• Experience with Windows, BACnet, Modbus, and SCADA systems.
• Nice to have: SCADA experience.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and varies each day. Engineers will receive requests from customers to diagnose issues and provide solutions, with approval from both the client and the customer. The role involves working on construction sites and new base builds, requiring interaction with customers, thus necessitating strong soft skills and interpersonal abilities. The position offers great benefits upon transitioning to permanent status, including flexibility to transfer to other sites, a tuition reimbursement program, and attractive retirement contributions.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $50.00/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 hybrid position in Linthicum Heights,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 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 : $32 - $50