Controls Engineer

Assistant Chief Controls Engineer

Join a leading manufacturer of automotive seats and interior components as an Assistant Chief Controls Engineer. This position is based in New Castle, IN, at a state-of-the-art facility that specializes in seat manufacturing and assembly. The facility is home to around 600 employees and offers a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain controls programs, hardware, and software.
• Independently lead software efforts for small development projects and initiatives.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and implement countermeasures for electrical issues.
• Ensure equipment compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Work as a collaborative team member on engineering projects.
• Identify and implement efficiency improvements.
• Resolve defects and change requests to improve product quality and functionality.

Essential Skills:

• Minimum 2 years of experience with control systems.
• Ability to write, modify, and troubleshoot PLC ladder logic (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron, Keyence).
• Experience with Keyence and/or Cognex vision systems.
• Proficient in troubleshooting, PLC programming, automation, and machine maintenance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Prior supervisory experience is a plus.
• Experience with capital equipment, installation, and integration is beneficial.

Work Environment:

The facility operates three shifts with a total of 597 employees, primarily focusing on automotive seat manufacturing using robotic welders. It is a clean, quiet, and climate-controlled environment. The position is first shift with core hours from 8am to 3pm, with flexibility to start as early as 6:30am. Occasional weekend work may be required for large projects. Uniforms are provided and paid for.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $40.87/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 New Castle, IN.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2025.

About Actalent:

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