Hiring: Controls Engineer Job Description The Controls Engineer will play a critical role in designing and developing software for industrial controls. This includes working with PLCs, machine vision systems, robotics, and other related equipment. You will also interpret, create, and modify electrical schematics, as well as manage the installation, start-up, testing, and debugging of equipment at customer locations. Furthermore, maintaining and developing technical documentation is a key responsibility. Responsibilities + Design and develop software for industrial controls including PLCs, machine vision systems, and robotics. + Interpret, create, and modify electrical schematics. + Install, start-up, test, and debug equipment at customer locations. + Develop and maintain technical documentation. Essential Skills + Experience in controls engineering and automation. + Proficient in software design using C#. + Experience programming PLCs. + Robotics experience. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline. + Programming experience with PLCs and/or machine vision systems. + Strong interpersonal and communication skills. + Ability to independently learn and troubleshoot problems. + Willingness to travel. Work Environment The position requires working onsite for five days a week, with occasional travel. The organization is growing and had their best year in sales last year. The work environment fosters an entrepreneurial spirit with project-based work and a flexible customer base. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Springfield, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $57.69/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 Springfield,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 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.