Software Engineer

Actalent • Winn, MI • 1d ago

Job Title: Controls EngineerJob Description

As a Controls Software Engineer, you will be responsible for developing software for updates, changes, and new product development for equipment using Parker IQAN. This company builds a range of heavy equipment.

You will be supporting the technical support team - who interfaces with customers and troubleshoots issues on the production floor

Strategically, you will develop a more regimented software and defined process storage of software, documentation for existing service parts in terms of how the software handles those things.

Occasionally upgrading Parker products to newer versions (will train on this software).

Responsibilities

Software development and machine controls engineering, focusing on designing software modules and control logic that ensure machines operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Integrating electrical and hydraulic systems, and delivers real-time feedback to operators.

Developing, testing, and troubleshooting machine control software for both new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Writing and maintaining code for machine functionality, diagnostics, and operator interfaces; developing control algorithms; and designing integrated control systems that coordinate software, sensors, electrical components, and hydraulics.

Simulating and debugging software prior to implementation, validating performance at both bench and machine levels, and diagnosing and resolving software and control system issues to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Essential Skills

Hands-on experience developing/programming software. Examples: Parker IQN, CODESYS, CodeAssist, or similar (C, mat lab, simulink)

Need to have worked with: control logic - writing code that interacts with physical systems

Experience troubleshooting electrical hardware issues with control modules, valves, sensors, etc.

Bachelors degree in engineering

Additional Skills & Qualifications

PLC programming

Experience with: construction equipment, automotive systems, agricultural equipment, or industrial machinery

Work Environment

This environment involves fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly-heavy manufacturing. Some travel to customer locations or dealer sites may be required, totaling less than 20% of the time, with only a few trips a year, primarily within the country.

Work hours are flexible, starting between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Winn, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $49.52/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 Winn,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall 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 applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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