Job Information
Actalent Controls Support Engineer in York, Pennsylvania
Job Title: Controls Support Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Controls Support Engineer to provide technical support for automated material handling equipment in warehouses and distribution centers. This role involves complex troubleshooting and problem solving with various technical tools to ensure maximum system uptime. You will work Monday through Friday from 12 AM to 8 AM.
Responsibilities
Program, troubleshoot, and repair the interface between Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) and Material Flow System (MFS).
Program, troubleshoot, and repair sensors, scanners, visualization systems, motors, frequency inverters, and encoders.
Assist in identifying root causes of faults and production errors.
Collaborate with onsite staff and software developers to ensure maximum system uptime.
Analyze system daily operation reports to track and identify opportunities for improvement.
Design test scenarios to identify system issues.
Train internal and external customers to increase system knowledge, resolve issues, and prevent issues from recurring.
Update the help-desk ticketing system to track, monitor, and resolve issues.
Create documentation and training materials for system users and system service & maintenance.
Participate in customer and internal meetings.
Work as part of an international team to ensure maximum system uptime and performance.
Essential Skills
Technical support experience
PLC programming and troubleshooting skills
Experience with Siemens S7 PLC
Knowledge of controlled drive engineering
Familiarity with automation technology such as conveyors and automated cranes
Knowledge of bus systems like Ethernet, ASI, and Profibus
1+ year of experience with PLC, .net, or Siemens S7 PLC
Additional Skills & Qualifications
4-year degree in Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with AUTOCAD or E-Plan is a plus
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 York,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 2025.
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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are 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
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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.