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Actalent lists this Controls Engineer opportunity in lowell, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Title
Controls Engineer
Job Description
A local growing automation and material handling organization is looking to add a CE to the team full time. This engineer will design and delivers custom automated systems for major distribution companies across the U.S.
You will have the autonomy to manage your workload and contribute throughout the entire project lifecycle.
Hands on engineering - PLC programming, electrical design, system integration, and field support for custom material handling projects
Wide variety of initiatives, from new system installations to facility expansions, upgrades, and process improvements
Travel
20-30%
Responsibilities
PLC programming - Allen Bradley
Design and modify electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical/Eplan
Support projects from initial concept and design through system integration, commissioning, and startup.
Participate in equipment testing, validation, and troubleshooting both in house and at customer sites.
Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, schematics, and test procedures.
Provide engineering support on the production floor as systems are built, wired, and tested.
Travel to customer sites for commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer support
Essential Skills
3+ years of experience in controls or automation engineering
PLC programming from scratch (Allen Bradley)
Electrical schematics design (AutoCAD E or ePlan)
Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
Excellent communication skills and comfort interacting directly with customers.
Nice to have Skills & Qualifications
EPLAN
Background in material handling systems
Experience with robotics or robotic integration
Interest in learning and expanding skills in automation/controls
Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment where project scopes and daily tasks vary
Work Environment
You will split your time between office engineering work, the shop floor where systems are built and tested, and customer sites for commissioning and support.
Dynamic and fast paced work environment, where no two days are the same.
Engineers receive significant ownership and flexibility in managing their projects and daily priorities.
The shop continues to expand to support growth, and daily team lunches are provided as a benefit.
The organization emphasizes ongoing training and development, encouraging engineers to keep learning and to work on a variety of tasks rather than performing the same work on every project.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lowell, MI.
Pay & Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 Lowell,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 2026.
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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.
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 for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team.
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Worksite address
lowell, MI, 49331, US
Who can apply
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