Controls & Automation Engineer

Qualifications
Ability to interact with diverse personalities in a tactful, mature, and flexible manner
Able to communicate well, both orally and in writing
Resourceful and well organized
A thorough understanding of process
Automation
PLC programming
Controls engineering
Automation systems
Familiar with or able to learn current technologies used in automation engineering applications
Electrical engineering
A BS in technical field (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering)
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
Must be able to independently work in/navigate around Biotech, Pharmaceutical, and Specialty Chemical manufacturing facilities, to include exposure to chemicals, strong smells, loud noises, extremes of temperature, and PPE
Ability to travel (which may include driving for extended periods of time)
Ability to sit for extended periods of time, ability to input data into computer utilizing hands and fingers to tab to different fields to input data
Ability to answer telephone and talk and hear other party
Ability to view computer screen, close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
This position requires approximately 30% travel, including air travel, across the US, and potentially international travel
A valid driver’s license and passport required
Cannot appear on the US FDA Debarred Individuals List
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr
Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms
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)
Responsibilities
Plans and coordinates parts of technical design and engineering implementation of project work
This position receives technical direction from a tenured engineer
This person will be called upon to provide input and technical support on projects
Ability to work at client facilities under supervision
Adheres to good engineering practices and company standards
Contributes to the development and delivery of detailed documentation
Possesses a team player approach to project execution
Responsible for assigned aspects of a project including documentation, programming, simulation, testing, and commissioning support
Daily responsibilities include implementing solutions and supporting the project team objectives
I/O checkout with minimal supervision
Read and modify system architecture, wiring, and panel drawings
PC hardware and software maintenance
Basic panel design and specification of components
Technical writing, to include testing plan creation
Engineering critical thinking, to include independent problem solving and leveraging knowledge to solve unique problems
The ability to learn and apply basic SCADA application development using InTouch, RSView, and other software toolsets
Regular office environment with exposure to moderate noise
Must be able to independently work in/navigate around construction sites, to include working at heights, climbing ladders, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds (10% of duties or less)
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Job description
Job Title: Controls & Automation Engineer

Job Description

Plans and coordinates parts of technical design and engineering implementation of project work. This position receives technical direction from a tenured engineer. Ability to interact with diverse personalities in a tactful, mature, and flexible manner. This person will be called upon to provide input and technical support on projects. Ability to work at client facilities under supervision. Adheres to good engineering practices and company standards. Contributes to the development and delivery of detailed documentation. Possesses a team player approach to project execution. Able to communicate well, both orally and in writing. Resourceful and well organized.

Responsibilities
• Responsible for assigned aspects of a project including documentation, programming, simulation, testing, and commissioning support.
• Daily responsibilities include implementing solutions and supporting the project team objectives.
• I/O checkout with minimal supervision.
• Read and modify system architecture, wiring, and panel drawings.
• PC hardware and software maintenance.
• Basic panel design and specification of components.
• Technical writing, to include testing plan creation.
• Engineering critical thinking, to include independent problem solving and leveraging knowledge to solve unique problems.
• A thorough understanding of process.
• The ability to learn and apply basic SCADA application development using InTouch, RSView, and other software toolsets.

Essential Skills
• Automation
• PLC programming
• Controls engineering
• Automation systems
• Familiar with or able to learn current technologies used in automation engineering applications.
• Electrical engineering

Additional Skills & Qualifications
• A BS in technical field (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering).
• 3-5 years experience in Biotech, Pharmaceutical, or Specialty Chemical Industries is desired.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

Work Environment

Regular office environment with exposure to moderate noise. Must be able to independently work in/navigate around construction sites, to include working at heights, climbing ladders, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds (10% of duties or less). Must be able to independently work in/navigate around Biotech, Pharmaceutical, and Specialty Chemical manufacturing facilities, to include exposure to chemicals, strong smells, loud noises, extremes of temperature, and PPE. Ability to travel (which may include driving for extended periods of time). Ability to sit for extended periods of time, ability to input data into computer utilizing hands and fingers to tab to different fields to input data. Ability to answer telephone and talk and hear other party. Ability to view computer screen, close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less). This position requires approximately 30% travel, including air travel, across the US, and potentially international travel. A valid driver’s license and passport required. Cannot appear on the US FDA Debarred Individuals List.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Requirements

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 Overland Park,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Are Embedded Into Our Culture Through
• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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, ****** 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.