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Controls Commissioning Engineer

Troubleshoot and validate PLC and HMI systems to ensure seamless manufacturing operations
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Senior
$37 – 39 USD / hour
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Controls Commissioning Engineer

Join our team as a Controls Commissioning Engineer for a renowned Controls OEM. You will play a critical role in a commissioning and validation project, contributing your expertise to ensure successful implementation and functionality. This is a 6-month contract position focused on providing support in various commissioning and qualification activities.

Responsibilities:

  • Attend daily morning meetings to discuss project updates and tasks.
  • Support commissioning and qualification activities, including creating and updating redlines.
  • Troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems to ensure smooth operations.
  • Collaborate with Automation Engineers and System Owners on equipment-related matters.
  • Provide support for vision systems, including Cognex.

Essential Skills:

  • Proficiency in PLC programming with at least 5 years of experience as a Controls Technician.
  • Experience with Allen Bradley PLC and Siemens PLC systems.
  • Strong understanding of automation equipment and IO Check Outs.
  • Expertise in equipment commissioning, troubleshooting, and electrical systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

  • An Associate Degree is preferred.
  • Experience with equipment installation is advantageous.
  • Familiarity with various HMI versions and security settings.
  • Knowledge of Rockwell software versions and PLC programming languages.
  • Understanding of PLC connection protocols, including VLan and VFD operations.

Work Environment:

Work onsite at a state-of-the-art, exceptionally clean facility. The schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, totaling 45 hours per week. Collaborate with a leading systems integrator and enjoy a supportive and innovative work culture.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $39.00/hr. 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 Columbus, OH.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 30, 2025.

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.

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 due to a disability, please email acta Lentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Controls Commissioning Engineer
Columbus, Ohio, United States
$37 – 39 USD / hour
Engineering
About Actalent
A provider of engineering and sciences services and talent solutions for various industries.