Senior Controls Engineer

Job Title: Controls Engineer

Job Description

The Controls Engineer is responsible for supporting all phases of controls projects, including concept and research assistance, component selection, network and panel design, layout, device troubleshooting, PLC and HMI programming, on-site installation and debugging, and after-sales support, while adhering to established guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Understand AC/DC control systems and read component cut sheets.
• Assist and support the process for designing and delivering successful control systems.
• Support designing and developing layouts for electrical circuits or systems for power and control distribution.
• Assist in the production of detailed schematics.
• Support the Systems Checklist for projects during field installation and startup.
• Develop electrical diagrams efficiently and locate and correct mistakes in electrical diagrams.

Essential Skills

• PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Controls engineering.
• AutoCAD proficiency.
• Experience with Rockwell and Rslogix.
• Commissioning of systems.
• Networking experience with sorters, singulators, conveyor systems, and material-handling equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field.
• 5+ years of controls engineering experience.
• Ability to write sortation code.
• Plan/hardware design capabilities.
• Basic knowledge of electrical equipment and local building codes such as UL508a, NEC, and NFPA.
• Hands-on mechanical and electrical capabilities.
• Experience in troubleshooting material handling equipment.
• Understanding of VFDs, servos, sensors, and vision systems.

Work Environment

This position involves working in an office setting when not in the field, with travel required 50% or more on a 10-4 rotation. The company is a new and rapidly growing integrator that is transitioning into an ESOP by the end of the year, offering long-term opportunities for career growth and wealth accumulation through good work.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, KY.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $41.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Louisville,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.