Controls Engineer

3 days ago

Buffalo, New York, United States Actalent Full time

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Electrical Engineer to design, specify, and commission control systems. The successful candidate will be involved in the design of electrical schematics and other project documents using AutoCAD, Excel, and Word. Key responsibilities include onsite and remote PLC programming, delivering training to end-user customers, providing direct technical support to customers and colleagues in the field, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The role also involves efficiently managing multiple active projects at varying stages of progress and developing quotes for new sales and service opportunities. The position requires up to 30% travel to customer sites, both domestic and internationally.

Hard Skills

  • Experience with large motors and conveyor systems
  • PLC programming on a large scale
  • Troubleshooting PLC on a large scale
  • Ability to make online edits on the PLC program RS Logic 500 or 5,000
  • Creating, reading, and interoperating electrical schematics
  • Experience as a project engineer or with an OEM or Distributor
  • Experience on the applications side with VFD's or Drives
  • Experience working with VPNs
  • Experience with the full turnkey process

Soft Skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects
  • Strong communication skills
  • Customer satisfaction prioritization

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Buffalo, New York.

Work Environment

The work environment features a very clean facility, with a variety of tasks ensuring no day is the same. Currently, due to a surge in work, many engineers are traveling

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 ) for other accommodation options.


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