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Controls Software Engineer
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Actalent Job Title:
Controls Engineer Virtual Attraction Controls Emulation (VACE)
Overview
Were seeking a talented
Controls Engineer
to support our Virtual Attraction Controls Emulation (VACE) team. This position will serve as a backfill for our Lead Engineer, who may be temporarily assigned to a large-scale project. The ideal candidate brings a unique mix of
controls programming and software development
and is passionate about immersive experiences like
theme park attractions and ride systems .
This role involves hands-on work with
digital twin technology ,
virtual commissioning , and
real-time attraction simulation , blending industrial automation with cutting-edge interactive software.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and support virtual commissioning environments for dark rides and rollercoasters Work within Unity and middleware platforms to connect digital twin simulations to PLC systems Read and interpret ladder logic, model system behavior, and perform real-time integration testing Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to translate ride concepts into functional virtual models Contribute to the design, testing, and refinement of control systems and simulation environments Work with tools from Rockwell (simulated PLCs), Siemens (Sim Advance), and other platforms to develop test benches Support software modeling assumptions and validate simulation behavior with control systems logic
Required Skills & Technologies
Controls Programming (PLC; ladder logic) Software Development (C#, Unity) Digital Twin Development Industrial Automation & Virtual Commissioning Python (for data transformation tasks) Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms
Preferred Experience
510 years in controls engineering, preferably with exposure to both hardware and immersive software systems Experience in the theme park industry or related immersive environments Familiarity with attraction commissioning (e.g., rides like Kong or Fast & the Furious is a plus) Game development experience is highly valuableparticularly if paired with automation and PLC integration
Ideal Candidate Profile
Curious, sharp, and passionate about building the future of experiential attractions Able to self-perform and adapt to evolving project requirements Comfortable working at the intersection of mechanical systems and software modeling Thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced development environment
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $53.00 - $58.00/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 Orlando,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 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 for other accommodation options.
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Controls Software Engineer
role at
Actalent 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Controls Software Engineer
role at
Actalent Job Title:
Controls Engineer Virtual Attraction Controls Emulation (VACE)
Overview
Were seeking a talented
Controls Engineer
to support our Virtual Attraction Controls Emulation (VACE) team. This position will serve as a backfill for our Lead Engineer, who may be temporarily assigned to a large-scale project. The ideal candidate brings a unique mix of
controls programming and software development
and is passionate about immersive experiences like
theme park attractions and ride systems .
This role involves hands-on work with
digital twin technology ,
virtual commissioning , and
real-time attraction simulation , blending industrial automation with cutting-edge interactive software.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and support virtual commissioning environments for dark rides and rollercoasters Work within Unity and middleware platforms to connect digital twin simulations to PLC systems Read and interpret ladder logic, model system behavior, and perform real-time integration testing Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to translate ride concepts into functional virtual models Contribute to the design, testing, and refinement of control systems and simulation environments Work with tools from Rockwell (simulated PLCs), Siemens (Sim Advance), and other platforms to develop test benches Support software modeling assumptions and validate simulation behavior with control systems logic
Required Skills & Technologies
Controls Programming (PLC; ladder logic) Software Development (C#, Unity) Digital Twin Development Industrial Automation & Virtual Commissioning Python (for data transformation tasks) Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms
Preferred Experience
510 years in controls engineering, preferably with exposure to both hardware and immersive software systems Experience in the theme park industry or related immersive environments Familiarity with attraction commissioning (e.g., rides like Kong or Fast & the Furious is a plus) Game development experience is highly valuableparticularly if paired with automation and PLC integration
Ideal Candidate Profile
Curious, sharp, and passionate about building the future of experiential attractions Able to self-perform and adapt to evolving project requirements Comfortable working at the intersection of mechanical systems and software modeling Thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced development environment
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $53.00 - $58.00/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 Orlando,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 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 for other accommodation options.
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