Job Information
Actalent Controls Engineer in Rock Island, Illinois
Job Title: Controls Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to join our team and contribute to creating new products using Servo motors and safety proc sensors. This role involves PLC code development, modification, troubleshooting, and repair for PLCs and HMIs. Additionally, the position includes electrical schematic design, updates, revisions, and some new design work for industrial applications. You will also assist in streamlining production processes.
Responsibilities
Perform hands-on controls troubleshooting of PLCs and equipment in the shop, including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Collaborate with engineering, sales, and procurement departments to ensure controls projects are completed on time and within budget.
Assist in building complex automated systems for customers.
Monitor system effectiveness and provide troubleshooting support on new machine builds.
Repair machinery on-site as needed.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in Allen-Bradley, Siemens PLCs, and HMIs.
Expertise in controls engineering and PLC programming.
Strong electrical design skills.
Experience with control systems and automation.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's or Associate's degree in an engineering-related discipline required.
5-10+ years of hands-on electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience preferred.
5-10+ years of experience wiring PLCs from scratch, including Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs preferred.
Candidates with 5-10 years of relevant experience who have demonstrated initiative in projects from start to finish will be considered.
Experience with custom projects and project management required.
Work Environment
The work environment is shared with Hawk Technology in an industrial park, which is fairly clean and quiet. Onsite travel is infrequent but expected. We offer a fun environment with a great work culture, including team-oriented activities and complimentary lunches every Tuesday and Thursday. The company is stable and growing, providing opportunities for personal project management and involvement in product development from start to finish. As a small company with local decision-makers, there is minimal corporate red tape, allowing for a high level of autonomy
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.