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Actalent Automation Controls Engineer in Arlington, Texas
Job Title: Automation Controls EngineerJob Description
We are seeking an experienced Automation Controls Engineer to collaborate with strategic Account Managers, Project Managers, and Estimators to assess potential projects and submit proposals. The ideal candidate will interpret construction drawings and specifications for electrical systems, P&IDs, motor control, relay control, and PLC design to effectively communicate with customers and the design team, ensuring a thorough understanding of project objectives.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with strategic Account Managers, Project Managers, and Estimators to assess potential projects and submit proposals.
Interpret construction drawings and specifications for electrical systems, P&IDs, motor control, relay control, and PLC design.
Understand electrical theories, principles, and writing specifications.
Understand basic relay logic and raise questions as needed to fully grasp design intent and best practices.
Develop PLC programs in Function Block, Structured Text, Ladder Logic, and other languages.
Create control strategies, I/O lists, Bills of Materials, and test plans for control panels and automated systems.
Oversee and perform Quality Assurance of completed control panels in the panel shop.
Conduct internal and customer-witnessed Factory Acceptance Tests.
Perform on-site commissioning of control panels.
Troubleshoot issues that may arise during startup.
Train customers on the use and operation of control systems and software.
Incorporate feedback from panel designers, manufacturers, electricians, and installers to modify drawing packages as needed.
Respond to service calls to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair control systems and programming.
Organize and manage scheduled work orders to meet on-time needs.
Communicate with vendors, engineers, owners, service managers, and other contractors to ensure project completion within scope and budget.
Mentor and train less experienced Automation Specialists.
Treat clients with the highest degree of respect and work to develop a partnership environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel to job sites may be required (approximately 25%).
Essential Skills
PLC programming experience
Controls engineering expertise
Knowledge of Modicon PLCs
Experience with data center building controls, distribution centers, and production & manufacturing facilities
Familiarity with fans, motors, dampers, lighting, and cooling systems
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience programming all facets of data center building controls
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to train and mentor less experienced team members
Effective communication skills with various stakeholders
Work Environment
The work environment includes a combination of office settings and on-site locations. The role requires travel to job sites (approximately 25% of the time) and may involve working in various facility conditions. The position demands interaction with vendors, engineers, owners, service managers, and other contractors to ensure project completion within scope and budget.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00
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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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
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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.