Job Information
Actalent Controls Engineer in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Job Title: Project Controls Engineer
Responsibilities
Perform machine function testing to ensure control panel components, field devices, and wiring comply with design specifications and meet UL508A, UL698A, and NEC requirements.
Develop, modify, and optimize PLC, HMI, and VFD programs to support the operation of industrial and process equipment.
Integrate control system hardware and software, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, safety devices, and relays, into new and retrofit machinery builds.
Troubleshoot electrical circuits, control systems, and drives during machine checkout, startup, and field service, working with 480/120/24V systems.
Provide remote technical support for electrical and control system troubleshooting via phone, email, and remote connections.
Prepare and maintain project documentation such as electrical drawings, controller tag lists, process narratives, and control operational documents.
Perform drawing updates using Solidworks and AutoCAD.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/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 Milwaukee,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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.