Job Title:

Controls EngineerJob Description This Controls Engineer will be responsible for projects from cradle to grave

• working on designs, programs, and overall support of automated machinery. This role configures and commissions servo and motion control systems, tests and debugs equipment, and troubleshooting software, electrical, and machine integration issues. Additionally
• this person will provide remote support to customers and field service teams, assist with machine startups and customer training.

Travel (less than 5%) Responsibilities Program, modify, and maintain PLC applications Design, develop, and maintain HMI applications Configure and commission servo and motion control systems Test, debug, and validate automated equipment Troubleshoot controls and machine problems Assist with machine startups at customer sites when needed Read/redline, and eventually create electrical schematics to support design Occasionally travel (less than 5% of the time) to customer sites to support field service, commissioning, and training. Essential Skills 1+ years in automation/controls (can be from internship/coops) PLC programming experience HMI development Experience with machine startup, commissioning, and debugging Reading and creating electrical schematics Strong communication skills and comfortability working directly with customers "Nice to have" Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering Experience with machine builder environments or custom automation projects. Experience with controls projects from start to finish Electrical schematics design Interest in taking ownership of projects and seeing them through all phases of development. Work Environment 200 employee company, offering the resources and stability of a larger organization

Culture:

family oriented, close knit team culture 45 hour work week Typical hours are 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM (flexible) Team members benefit from a solid benefits package, no micromanagement, and the chance to truly own their projects in a supportive and engaging workplace. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sturgis, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.00

• $31.

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 Sturgis,MI.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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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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. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.