REMOTE Expert Controls Engineer *40% Travel

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Job Description

Responsible for the life cycle of the project, from the concepting and estimating, design and programming phase, onsite commissioning, and support. Provide technical guidance to commissioning engineers and handle escalation issues. Design interfaces to devices such as network I/O, variable frequency drives, servos, camera/laser scanner ID systems, and scales. Customize standard products to meet the requirements of each project. Configure interfaces to WCS, WES, or other forms of host software systems based on customer requirements. Configure standard PLC programs for real-time control of automated equipment and collection of diagnostic and production data.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire lifecycle of projects, including concepting, estimating, design, programming, onsite commissioning, and support.

• Provide technical guidance to commissioning engineers and manage escalation issues.

• Design interfaces to devices such as network I/O, variable frequency drives, servos, camera/laser scanner ID systems, and scales.

• Customize standard products to meet the requirements of each project.

• Configure interfaces to WCS, WES, or other forms of host software systems based on customer requirements.

• Configure standard PLC programs for real-time control of automated equipment and collection of diagnostic and production data.

Essential Skills

• Expertise in PLC programming with Rockwell Software.

• Proficiency in HMI programming using FactoryTalk View, Ignition, Wonderware, Indusoft, or FT Optix.

• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical.

• Knowledge of 480v, 120v, and 24vdc control circuits.

• Understanding of industrial communication networks.

• Parcel industry experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

• Subject Matter Expert in Controls Engineering.

Work Environment

Remote work with 40% travel to customer sites. Ideally, candidates should live within 4 hours of travel time to Louisville. The company offers a fantastic culture focused on hard work and employee well-being, with good benefits, generous PTO, and paid health insurance. Employees enjoy an annual bonus of 14%,

8 weeks of PTO, and 14 holidays. The e-commerce sector is driving massive technology and automation upgrades, providing huge growth opportunities.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $130000.00

14% annual bonus8 weeks of PTO, 14 holidaysFantastic company culture focused on hard work and the well being of their employees.Good benefits with generous PTO and paid for health insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 3, 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.

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.