Job Opening: Controls Specialist Location: Columbus, OH Fuel Innovation. Drive Performance. Make an Impact. Are you a problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced, high-tech environments? We’re looking for a Controls Specialist who’s passionate about automation, commissioning, and delivering real-world solutions that help clients reach their most ambitious goals. What You’ll Do As a Controls Specialist, you’ll be at the heart of capital project execution—bridging the gap between design, construction, and performance. You’ll: + Coordinate technician schedules and forecast manpower needs. + Manage commissioning timelines and resolve post-installation issues. + Integrate construction and design schedules with commissioning activities. + Lead system walkdowns, troubleshoot issues, and perform root cause analysis. + Train and support suppliers in commissioning software systems. + Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and client teams to ensure seamless execution. What You Bring + 2+ years of hands-on experience in commissioning or construction for I&C or Electrical Basebuild systems. + Expertise in Rockwell Automation ,PLC5 , and ControlLogix platforms. + Strong grasp of large-scale capital projects and multi-discipline coordination. + Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal. + Familiarity with industrial environments (HVAC, Clean Rooms, Gas/Chem Distribution, etc.). Bonus Points For: + A degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent experience). + Proficiency in control systems programming and configuration. + Experience with BMS, SCADA, or I/O checkouts. + Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics. Work Environment & Perks + Location: Travel to project sites in Columbus, Ohio. + Schedule: 50 hours/week—plenty of hands-on time with cutting-edge systems. + Culture: Fast-paced, collaborative, and focused on continuous improvement. + Impact: Your work directly supports mission-critical systems in advanced technology sectors. Ready to take control of your career? Apply now and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of industrial automation and performance engineering. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 Columbus,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 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. 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.