Controls Engineer

Position Overview : The role involves designing, programming, and supporting automated systems across various industrial applications.

Key responsibilities include :

Developing and configuring drive systems for automated machinery

Programming and troubleshooting PLC systems

Designing and implementing HMI applications

Integrating and supporting data acquisition and SCADA systems

Designing electrical circuits and creating associated documentation

Creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs)

Conducting system testing and validation

Performing system start-ups and commissioning at customer sites

Providing field engineering services and technical support

Delivering customer service to internal teams and external clients

Conducting engineering studies to support system improvements

Travel Requirements :

Approximately 75% travel to customer sites for installation, commissioning, and support—primarily within Illinois and the Midwest

25% onsite work at the Crest Hill location for system development and preparation

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $48.08 / 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 Crest Hill,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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.

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