Sr. Controls Engineer

Description

-Designs and documents control systems for Molding Machines interfacing with Blenders, Conveyors, Stackers, and Lining Machines

-Assist the Manufacturing Plants with troubleshooting and improving control issues

-Assist Project Managers with new RTPM interfacing by documenting requirements for Lining, Molding, Stacking and Printing Machines

-Document Controls Block Diagrams, PLC Controls Programs, Electrical Schematics, Process Flow Diagrams

-Designs and oversee builds for new interfacing controls to machines and equipment

-Designs and oversee implementation of OPC UA software for key technologies, identity tags, trend charts and dashboards for use by Production Process Techs, Maintenance and Engineering

-Communicate technical requirements for Process Monitoring with equipment suppliers

Additional Skills & Qualifications

-5+ years Injection Molding Machine Experience

-3+ years of PLC programming in a manufacturing environment.

-3+ years of Troubleshooting Industrial Controls

-2+ years with OPC UA or equivalent Data Communications Protocols in Manufacturing Industry

-Working Understanding of Plant support equipment such as Chillers, Pumps, Compressors and Power Distribution

-Train, coach, and mentor associates in Equipment interfacing, Controls Troubleshooting, and Process Monitoring

-Train maintenance employees on Power Monitoring data collection

-Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

-Responsible for following all Food Safety related policies and procedures

-Responsible for following all Safety Rules, policies, procedures and work instructions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lisle, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $130000.00/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 Lisle,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 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.

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.

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