Job Title: Automation Specialist Job Description Support the automation and maintenance team to support production, lab, and processing equipment. Update drawings and schematics for engineering on an as-needed basis. 40% of time will be spent on capital electrical and robotic projects; the remaining time will be spent on maintenance and PLC programming. Work with integrator and control vendors. Implement and document electrical and control processes. Oversee work of maintenance mechanics. Open to all experience levels! Hard Skills + PLC programming + Electrical projects + Robotic projects + Drawing and schematics updating Soft Skills + Team collaboration + Vendor management + Process documentation Job Type This is a permanent position. Work Site This is a fully on-site position in Ankeny, Iowa. Work Environment Monday-Friday 11PM-7AM, averaging 45 hours a week. Overtime paid. Will have a desk, but majority of the time will be spent on the production floor. 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.