Job Title:

Controls EngineerJob Description This person will be joining a growing automation team in Otsego, MI, and take a key role in designing, developing, and implementing electrical control systems for custom machines and industrial automation equipment. The role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys hands on involvement, solving unique technical challenges, and seeing projects through from cradle to grave. Responsibilities PLC programming from scratch, editing and troubleshooting Creation of electrical schematics with AutoCAD Electrical Configure and support industrial control systems

• PLC, HMI, networking, ect. Troubleshoot and resolve control system and equipment issues in manufacturing and industrial environments. System integration
• testing, commissioning, and startup of automation projects.

Customer facing support, clear communication, relationship building, and technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle Contribute to continuous improvement of control system designs, & standards Participate in the full project lifecycle, from concept and design through installation and post install support Work Environment Collaborative, close knit engineering environment where team works together to solve challenging automation issues.

Hours:

typical 40 hour work week with minimal travel Flexible start time of either 7:00 a.m. or 8:00 a.m. Ability to work remotely when needed to focus on project work without distractions. The culture is relaxed and supportive, encouraging idea sharing, direct impact on projects, and ongoing professional growth while working with modern industrial automation technologies, including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and industrial networks. Essential Skills At least 1 year of experience working with industrial automation, systems integration, or manufacturing Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs Creation of electrical schematics in AutoCAD Electrical Strong customer facing skills, communication, and relationship building Problem solving skills "Nice to have" Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering Robotics experience Safety controls UL508A certification or experience designing UL508A-compliant control panels. Industrial networking (ethernet/IP, Modbus) Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Otsego, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.00

• $48.

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 Otsego,MI.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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