Job Title: Senior Controls Engineer
Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Controls Engineer for an open-ended contract/contract-to-hire position. The initial term is expected to be 8-12 months, with the possibility of extension or transition to a 12-month contract to hire. You will join a team of five, including one manager, another senior controls engineer, and three other controls engineers. Your primary role will involve completing lagging projects and supporting an influx of new projects beginning in the new year.

ResponsibilitiesWrite code from scratch using Rockwell PLC.Design electrical schematics from scratch in AutoCAD Electrical.Program robotics from the ground up using Fanuc.Work with remote I/O, motion control, process control, servos, and vision systems.Utilize SCADA and Ignition, although these are not primary focus areas.Participate in vendor conferences or training sessions as needed.Balance time between desk work and shop floor activities, approximately 50/50, adjusting as project needs evolve.Essential SkillsPLC programming experience with Rockwell PLC.Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical for schematic design.Experience in robotic programming with Fanuc.Knowledge of servos, vision systems, and temperature control.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with SCADA and Ignition.Additional robotics experience.Proficiency with various PLCs.Work Environment

The controls team operates out of a recently renovated second facility with both desk spots and a temperature-controlled shop floor. The work hours are from 7 AM to 3 PM, totaling 40-45 hours per week, with no travel required except for potential vendor conferences or training sessions once a year. The company values work-life balance and fosters a family-friendly environment. The typical project lifecycle ranges from 3-6 months, allowing you to see projects from inception to completion.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $58.00

• 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 Hastings,MI.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 10, 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.

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