Controls Engineer

Job Title: Controls EngineerJob Description

The Engineer - EEG will perform a variety of multi-trade functions, such as the installation, maintenance, or repair of equipment, machinery, and facilities. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repair, installation, and replacement of components, basic design, simple fabrication, adjustment, rebuilding, and welding.

Responsibilities

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  Possess basic knowledge and understanding of Electrical Power, including proper wire size for current, amps, volts, AC, and DC.

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  Understand Hydraulic Power, including cylinders, valves, and the application of force.

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  Familiarity with Air Power, including cylinders, valves, mufflers, and other air components.

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  Proficient in PLC programming, ladder logic control, and functions pertinent to machine operation.

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  Knowledgeable about light curtains and other safety devices to maintain a safe work environment.

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  Repair and replace test cables and make recommendations for suitable substitutes on operational components.

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  Read blueprints, engineering sketches, or designs, and recognize and interpret details as well as slight variations in objects.

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  Keep accurate written records for the ordering of replacement parts and part quantities. Supply manufacturers' books, drawings, and spare parts to maintenance for proper ordering and preventive maintenance schedules for equipment.

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  Regularly inspect and adjust manufacturing equipment based on communication with operators or production supervisors.

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  Work with rigging and scaffolding, using ropes, chains, cables, hoists, jacks, and lift trucks to move heavy equipment.

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  Operate powered hand tools and occasionally perform welding and cutting torch operations.

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  Use precision measuring instruments and understand how components fit and work together.

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  Effectively communicate on issues such as scope of work, completion schedules, problems, solutions, and materials or parts required.

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  Perform other duties as required and assigned.

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Essential Skills

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  PLC Programming

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  Manufacturing Operations

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  Process Engineering

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  Ladder Logic

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  Controls Engineering

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  Programming

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  Omron Programming

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Additional Skills & Qualifications

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  Open to candidates with an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (entry-level with at least 1-2 co-op experiences).

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  1-3 years of experience in an automotive, industrial, commercial, or production/maintenance environment.

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  1-3 years of experience using ladder logic, including troubleshooting and modifying logic, such as adding sensors.

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Work Environment

This position operates within an automotive manufacturing environment. Great benefits are offered, along with opportunities for career advancement. The company is large and is willing to provide training and education, especially on the automation side.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.06/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 REYNOLDSBURG,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 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.

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