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Actalent Controls Engineer in Nashville, Tennessee
Job Title: Controls Engineer - Eligibility for this position requires citizenship
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Controls Engineer to drive continuous improvement for all Control Systems at our centers. You will identify opportunities to innovate current automation systems or enhance existing control systems. Acting as the technical representative, you will review PLC code and suggest modifications for implementation. Your role will involve analyzing data across multiple locations to find standardization opportunities and root causes for rework, aiding in creating control systems templates. You will collaborate with material handling sites to foster innovation in automation and controls.
Responsibilities
Work independently with internal and external engineering teams to deliver high-quality cross-functional projects.
Partner with project managers and external vendors to set project priorities, establish milestones, and meet deadlines.
Influence and review technical documentation, and engage in system layouts and solutions.
Represent system or equipment designs to customers and other teams.
Communicate project status, answer questions, and produce summaries for leadership.
Develop strong working relationships with vendors, engineers, managers, and peers.
Participate in design reviews and support execution efforts, emphasizing electrical and controls layout.
Develop quality and performance test plans with internal teams to ensure vendor system quality.
Build strong relationships with leadership, operations teams, and business stakeholders.
Identify and lead process improvement initiatives for operations teams.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in PLC programming and Allen-Bradley systems.
Experience with improving and modifying control systems for process improvements.
Ability to manage outside vendors and review controls to specifications.
Experience with PLC, HMI, electrical codes, electrical standards, and material handling.
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
4+ years of experience in controls engineering, electrical engineering, process engineering, or project management.
Experience with managing material handling or automation projects.
Design and implementation experience in electrical and controls areas of integrated automation solutions.
Proficient in Microsoft Office products: Excel, Project, and Outlook.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with SCADA/HMI development and implementation is preferred.
Ability to program from scratch.
Experience with vendor quality assurance and IQ/OQ.
Familiarity with Java is a plus.
Work Environment
On weeks where you are not traveling, you have the flexibility to work remotely from home. Travel is required 25-50% of the time, typically involving 2-3 days of travel each week (NO weekend travel). Join a growing team with potential for more work after the initial contract.
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Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Nashville, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/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 remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 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.