Job Information
Actalent Controls Engineer in Manassas, Virginia
Job Title: Controls EngineerJob Description
This position involves working on a project at a large Life Science Manufacturer in Rockville, VA. The role requires leading the project and the team technically, focusing on design and configuration for the initial six months, followed by commissioning activities. The objective is to deliver state-of-the-art Control Systems to enhance efficiency, product quality, and profitability in process manufacturing.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with engineers, designers, partners, and clients to develop advanced Control Systems.
Create Life Cycle documents, Electrical panels, Control Architecture, and wiring drawings according to GMP standards.
Redline P&ID documentation.
Define and implement configurations for distributed control systems (DCS).
Conduct testing and on-site commissioning and qualification of control systems.
Lead teams of engineers and technicians to deliver control system solutions.
Mentor less experienced engineers to enhance their skills.
Develop engineering standards to improve project execution efficiency and accuracy.
Provide technical sales support to the business development team.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Computer, or Chemical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
Experience in life sciences or chemical industries with batch processing experience.
Hands-on experience with Emerson DeltaV.
Proficiency in control system design and coding.
Ability to technically lead a team.
Strong self-motivation, communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with chemical processes and DCS systems.
Capability to work directly with end clients.
Proficiency with platforms such as Microsoft Windows and Emerson DeltaV.
Work Environment
The position is hybrid, requiring travel to the client site in Rockville a few times a week or visits to the Manassas site as needed.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Manassas, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $145000.00/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 hybrid position in Manassas,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 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.