Job Title: Controls Engineer Job Description Seeking a Controls Engineer specializing in automation for a contract position for permanent hire. The role involves supporting internal equipment that is later installed and commissioned at various sites. The position requires at least one year of experience in Controls Engineering, specifically with custom automated equipment. Responsibilities + Support and troubleshoot internal equipment on a regular basis. + Program PLCs using Siemens and/or Rockwell Automation systems. + Develop HMI interfaces and SCADA systems, primarily using WinCC and Ignition. + Design and understand electrical schematics, with exposure to AutoCAD Electrical being beneficial. + Program robotics, specifically using Fanuc systems. + Travel up to 25% for installation and commissioning at various sites. Essential Skills + 1+ years of experience in Controls Engineering for custom automated equipment. + Proficiency in PLC programming, especially Siemens PLCs. + Experience with robotics programming, particularly Fanuc. + Familiarity with industrial networking protocols such as Profinet, Ethernet I/P, EtherCAT. + Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls and Computer Control Systems, Mechatronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with HMI/SCADA development (WinCC and Ignition). + Understanding of controls hardware including sensors, remote IO, servos, VFDs, machine vision, and barcode readers. + Exposure to AutoCAD Electrical for schematic design. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $75.00/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 Minneapolis,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 2026. 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. 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, sexual 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.