Electrical Controls Engineer

Actalent • Allegan, MI • 5h ago

Job Title: Electrical Controls EngineerJob Description

This role is a balanced mix of Electrical Controls Engineering, where the qualified candidate will play a crucial role in the design, development, and implementation of control systems for custom material handling equipment. You will work closely with senior engineers and team members to ensure that the systems meet the highest standards of quality and performance. The position offers a technically challenging environment, with the opportunity to work on up to 15 projects simultaneously, each at different stages of development. The projects are diverse, providing a wide variety of work, and require adaptation to customer specifications.

Responsibilities

Design and program PLC systems.

Develop and implement Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems.

Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.

Participate in the testing and commissioning of control systems.

Maintain documentation for control systems and processes.

Essential Skills

5+ years of experience in PLC programming, including Allen-Bradley or Siemens.

2+ years of experience in programming from scratch.

Proficiency in electrical schematic design.

Experience with AutoCAD Electrical and Solidworks.

Strong troubleshooting skills in controls engineering.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Ability to program from scratch with Allen-Bradley & Siemens.

Experience in HMI programming.

Work Environment

The company culture is close-knit, treating employees well and prioritizing family needs with flexible schedules. Being a small company offers the opportunity to engage in a variety of tasks, which may appeal to some but could be frustrating for those accustomed to larger organizations. Employees will receive 10 days of PTO, 6 standard holidays, and access to Udemy for continuous learning after six months of employment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Allegan, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

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 Allegan,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 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.

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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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