Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Controls Engineer Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will execute automation commissioning and validation protocols, troubleshoot and address commissioning and validation non-conformances, and work collaboratively with internal engineers and clients. You will be responsible for providing state-of-the-art control systems aimed at improving efficiency, product quality, and profitability in process manufacturing. You will also define and implement programmable logic controller (PLC) configurations, and oversee the testing and on-site commissioning and qualification of control systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute automation commissioning and validation protocols.
• Troubleshoot and remediate commissioning and validation non-conformances.
• Collaborate with internal engineers and clients to deliver advanced control systems.
• Define and implement programmable logic controller (PLC) configurations.
• Conduct testing and on-site commissioning and qualification of control systems.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work Environment

The role involves working in a dynamic environment where control systems are consistently delivered to enable high-quality, high-efficiency, and highly reliable solutions for manufacturing and facilities. There is a 30%-50% travel requirement, primarily to Texas in 2026, with projects on the West Coast in data centers, life sciences, and power and utilities sectors. The role entails working on power monitoring systems and building management systems, involving air motion and cooling systems integration into a common network / controls system. The position offers opportunities for internal growth, travel benefits, and additional compensation for extended onsite hours. Employees have the option to work onsite in Arizona or travel extensively, with associated benefits such as per diem and travel expenses.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Tempe, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00 / yr.

Direct placement, over 1,000$ per diem per week

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tempe,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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