Job Title: Controls EngineerJob Description Join a dynamic team dedicated to manufacturing high-quality motor vehicle parts and accessories, primarily focusing on aluminum alloy wheels. As a Controls Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing manufacturing processes, improving product quality, and fostering innovation in aluminum wheel production within our Columbus, IN operations. Responsibilities + Design, program, and oversee the installation of machines and processes. + Manage project timelines and budgets effectively. + Build, program, or purchase necessary components to ensure project success. + Plan project details and communicate with other departments to enhance project outcomes. + Support control systems plant-wide for new equipment. Essential Skills + Associates Degree in engineering. + 4+ years of relevant experience in controls engineering. + Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting. + Experience with CAD design, including plant layout and custom machine design. + Familiarity with Siemens, Mitsubishi, and Allen Bradley PLC systems. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with Cognex and Keyence Vision Systems. + Skills in control system design and electrical design. + Knowledge of 2D and 3D AutoCAD and Inventor software. Work Environment This role is set in a foundry environment, which can be warm. The paint process area is clean. Work hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM on the 1st shift with very minimal overtime. The company values its employees, offering a secure and stable work environment with only one layoff in the past 35 years. It provides an opportunity to engage with robotics in a large manufacturing setting. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.08/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 Columbus,IN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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. 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.