Job Information
Actalent Mechanical Control Systems Engineer in Fort Worth, Texas
Job Title: Mechanical Control Systems Engineer
Job Description
The Remote Controls Engineer – Hardware in the Loop (HIL) is responsible for developing and validating system-level controls and software behavior using advanced modeling and HIL simulation environments. This role focuses on transient modeling, virtual integration, and requirements development rather than physical lab testing, and can be performed in a remote or center-based environment. The engineer will build and maintain dynamic plant and controls models using tools such as Simulink, define and decompose system-level software requirements, and execute compliance analysis against transient performance requirements. This role plays a critical upstream function, ensuring that software and controls behavior is fully defined, validated, and distributable to downstream engineering teams. The position also owns Hardware in the Loop test development, using simulation to observe system behavior under transient and edge case scenarios, and distributing validated requirements and test outputs to software and component teams.
Responsibilities
Develop transient system models for dynamic plant and control behavior.
Create and maintain Hardware in the Loop (HIL) test environments.
Write system-level software requirements for controls functionality.
Perform compliance analysis against transient and performance requirements.
Decompose system requirements into component-level needs, such as sensor tolerances and sample rates.
Distribute validated models, requirements, and findings to software and hardware teams.
Support alignment between controls behavior, software implementation, and system performance.
Essential Skills
Proficiency with Simulink for dynamic modeling.
Experience in controls modeling, simulation, or HIL development.
Experience supporting system-level software or controls requirements.
Strong understanding of transient behavior and system dynamics.
Experience translating system-level behavior into software requirements.
Strong analytical and systems thinking mindset.
Ability to work cross-functionally with software, controls, and component teams.
Clear technical documentation and communication skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s or higher degree in Controls, Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent experience).
Experience developing or executing Hardware in the Loop simulations.
Work Environment
Ability to work in a center-based environment without reliance on physical lab access.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Fort Worth, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/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 Fort Worth,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.