Actalent
Controls Engineer
Job Description
As a Controls Engineer, you will review customer machinery orders and specifications, design controls, program, and provide support through prototyping and build phases. You may also provide field support as needed.
Responsibilities
Apply electrical knowledge to develop schematic and panel drawings, BOMs, and machine logic.
Implement product changes and enhancements for in‑house equipment design and development.
Resolve electrical problems from component through system level.
Provide design and technical support for sales, procurement, manufacturing, and aftermarket service teams.
Occasionally travel to customer sites to conduct problem solving for technical equipment and system integration issues (less than 10%).
Essential Skills
PLC Programming with expertise in ladder logic (the person or Siemens).
3‑5 years of experience in designing and/or troubleshooting electrical controls for industrial equipment.
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET‑accredited university.
Strong hands‑on skills with machinery for troubleshooting and debugging.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with AutoCAD.
Controls engineering and electrical engineering experience.
Work Environment The work environment is primarily office‑based, with occasional visits to customer sites. This company builds machinery for various industries, focusing on packaging machinery, and holds over 50% market share in this space.
Job Type & Location Permanent position based out of Louisville, KY. Fully onsite.
Pay and Benefits Pay range: $80,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year.
Company profit bonus program (up to 8% annually), 401(k) match after 12 months (4.5% on 6% contribution), and abundant growth opportunities.
Application Deadline Position anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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.
Actalent 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 for other accommodation options.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology.
Industries: Business Consulting and Services.
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As a Controls Engineer, you will review customer machinery orders and specifications, design controls, program, and provide support through prototyping and build phases. You may also provide field support as needed.
Responsibilities
Apply electrical knowledge to develop schematic and panel drawings, BOMs, and machine logic.
Implement product changes and enhancements for in‑house equipment design and development.
Resolve electrical problems from component through system level.
Provide design and technical support for sales, procurement, manufacturing, and aftermarket service teams.
Occasionally travel to customer sites to conduct problem solving for technical equipment and system integration issues (less than 10%).
Essential Skills
PLC Programming with expertise in ladder logic (the person or Siemens).
3‑5 years of experience in designing and/or troubleshooting electrical controls for industrial equipment.
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET‑accredited university.
Strong hands‑on skills with machinery for troubleshooting and debugging.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with AutoCAD.
Controls engineering and electrical engineering experience.
Work Environment The work environment is primarily office‑based, with occasional visits to customer sites. This company builds machinery for various industries, focusing on packaging machinery, and holds over 50% market share in this space.
Job Type & Location Permanent position based out of Louisville, KY. Fully onsite.
Pay and Benefits Pay range: $80,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year.
Company profit bonus program (up to 8% annually), 401(k) match after 12 months (4.5% on 6% contribution), and abundant growth opportunities.
Application Deadline Position anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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.
Actalent 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 for other accommodation options.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology.
Industries: Business Consulting and Services.
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