Controls Engineer

Job Description:

• Develop, configure, and support PLC, HMI, and SCADA platforms.

• Diagnose and resolve control system issues while maintaining safe and reliable logic across production equipment.

• Assist with robotic cell design, system integration, and performance optimization.

• Apply automation solutions that enhance operational safety, throughput, and consistency.

• Create and improve preventive maintenance strategies, lead failure investigations, and help drive improvements in equipment uptime, OEE, and overall reliability.

• Lead and support automation-driven capital initiatives while contributing to Industry 4.0 advancements and Lean manufacturing efforts.

• Ensure automation systems comply with OSHA requirements and internal safety standards, including machine safeguarding and safety-rated control systems.

• Maintain drawings, procedures, and CMMS documentation. Provide hands-on training and technical support to maintenance teams and operators.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

• 2–10 years of hands-on experience working in industrial automation or controls-focused roles.

• Familiarity with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens, along with exposure to robotics, automated guided vehicles, and computerized maintenance systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Elgin, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Full Time benefits, 401k, profit sharing, and yearly bonus

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Elgin,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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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