Controls Engineer
Actalent · Waukesha, WI · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$40–$75/hrFull-time
This is a permanent, fully onsite position based in Waukesha, WI.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the development of new manufacturing equipment, integration, and improvement initiatives to support advanced manufacturing.
- Collaborate with Advanced Manufacturing & Technology engineering staff and Operations PLs to ensure schedule attainment and provide robust documentation for machine development activities.
- Conceptualize and design machine electrical controls solutions, including safety system integration, schematics development, and on-machine wiring.
- Demonstrate strong motion control and synchronized motion programming skills.
- Develop electrical schematics using CAD tools.
- Integrate PLCs, HMIs, servo and VFD drives, industrial robots, machine vision and inspection systems, laser marking and welding, and safety systems.
- Stay informed about NEC, NFPA 79, NFPA 70E, ANSI B11, and ANSI R15 standards.
- Identify and implement new technologies and controls strategies to develop robust controls solutions and integrate existing platforms.
- Emphasize the use of Allen Bradley PLCs and HMIs.
Pay
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $75.00 per hour.
Benefits
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 following benefits may be available:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave)