Electrical Engineer

Company: Actalent
Location: Greenville
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Controls Engineer Opportunity You must be a citizen to be eligible for this opportunity Job Description We are seeking a Controls Engineer to support a diverse range of projects, from small studies to large multi-million dollar turnkey supplies. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented, organized, capable of effective communication across all levels of the organization, and adept at meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Develop detailed electrical specifications for selection, focusing on part and equipment design. Engage in PLC programming, primarily with Allen Bradley PLCs, but experience with other PLCs is also valuable. Participate in the design and implementation of control system designs. Utilize expertise in instrumentation controls and equipment specification. Qualifications Proficiency in PLC programming and industrial control systems. Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs and HMI programming, particularly with FactoryTalk. Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Computer Science, or Mechatronics. US Citizenship is required. Experience in Controls/Electrical Engineering, specifically writing code using Rockwell or other PLCs. Knowledge in electronics, instrumentation, control, and data acquisition systems. Familiarity with variable frequency drive systems, motion control systems, sensors and transmitters, actuators, PID control, and communication networks. Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering from an ABET-accredited program with at least one year of engineering experience. Willingness to travel when needed. Work Environment This role requires on-site presence with half days on Fridays, offering a 40-hour work week with minimal overtime. The position entails travel to customer sites for meetings, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting. Engineers will work with technologies such as PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, industrial instrumentation, and data acquisition measurement systems. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Greenville, SC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $57.00/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 Greenville,SC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 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 for other accommodation options.

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