Job Description
Join our team as a Controls Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in designing and programming custom equipment used in various manufacturing settings. Our innovative machines are utilized in industries such as plastics, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and food and beverage. Located in the downtown Saginaw area, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to projects that range from mixing rocket fuel to enhancing everyday products.
ResponsibilitiesUtilize AutoCAD Electrical to design panels and layout wiring diagrams, junction boxes, and system components.Provide a bill of materials to facilitate manufacturing and assist in developing cost estimates and timelines.Program equipment using ladder logic, discrete PID controllers, PLC/HMI interfaces, and communication links.Troubleshoot and debug equipment, ensuring hands-on involvement and mechanical aptitude.Conduct limited field service trips to resolve issues in front of customers, typically 1-2 weeks per year.Essential SkillsMinimum 3 years of experience as a Controls/Electrical Engineer in a non-automotive setting.Ability to read electrical prints and symbols, including IEC standards, NEC code, and P&ID's.Proficiency in troubleshooting and debugging using PLCs, preferably Rockwell/Allen Bradley or Siemens.Familiarity with CAD software, ideally AutoCAD Electrical.Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor's or Associate's Degree in a related field.Experience with VFD for ABB robots and field service.Panel building expertise.Knowledge of Factory Talk and Ethernet communication links.Work Environment
Work within a close-knit team of four in the Electrical group, contributing to the design and build of diverse manufacturing equipment. The organization prides itself on a family-oriented atmosphere, with many long-term employees. Our team of industry veterans is dedicated to producing high-quality equipment that meets a wide range of manufacturing needs.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $52.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Saginaw,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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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