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Controls Engineer

$45 - $60 per hour

Actalent

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Controls Engineer - AMR Integration (Contract) 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.

Responsibilities
  • Assist with deployment and integration of AMR technology within a manufacturing facility.
  • Support PLC programming, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.
  • Work alongside a senior automation engineer to implement and optimize AMR workflows.
  • Configure and validate communications between robots, PLCs, and manufacturing equipment.
  • Support startup, testing, and debugging activities during system integration.
  • Troubleshoot controls-related issues during commissioning and production launch.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure a successful deployment.
  • Document modifications and support ongoing system improvements.
Essential Skills
  • Experience in PLC programming.
  • Background 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.
Work Environment

The position is based in Sanford, NC, with the requirement to travel initially to West Michigan for training. The role involves onsite project support in a manufacturing environment, working directly with advanced automation technologies. The work setting includes collaborating with diverse teams, focusing on the deployment and integration of cutting-edge AMR systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Holland, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The 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 Type

This is a fully onsite position in Holland,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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 withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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