Controls Engineer
$45 - $60 per hourActalent
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Controls Engineer
Essential Skills
- Experience in PLC programming.
- Experience in machine integration.
- Ability to program from scratch.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with AMR systems is a significant advantage.
- Knowledge of automation and integration processes.
Job Description
We are seeking a Controls Engineer to support the implementation and integration of an Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) system within a manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on opportunity to work directly with advanced automation technologies while partnering with an experienced engineering team throughout deployment, programming, commissioning, and startup activities. The selected engineer will complete an initial training period before traveling onsite to support a large-scale manufacturing implementation. This role offers the potential for future project opportunities supporting additional AMR and automation initiatives.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Holland, MI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Holland,MI.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2026.
About Actalent
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