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SPECIAL ASSISTANT FOR EXECUTIVE ORDER IMPLEMENTATION
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Rockville, MD
- $184,900 to $209,600 USD / year
The successful candidate will assists the Executive Director for Operations (EDO) in the overall planning, management, control, and coordination of the operational and administrative…
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Safety and Occupational Health Manager
National Park Service
Location Negotiable After Selection
- $106,437 to $138,370 USD / year
Devises new methods and adapts standards to control hazardous conditions, especially where standard solutions are not available.
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General Engineer/ Physical Scientist
National Nuclear Security Administration
Los Alamos, NM
- $90,479 to $203,388 USD / year
The successful candidate for the General Engineer/Physical Scientist (QA position) will provide quality assurance technical expertise on all aspects of nuclear weapons components at a DOE…
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Controls Engineer - Monroe Area
The Pivot Group Network
Monroe · Monroe, MI
Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for automation, PLC programming, and process control? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed…
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IATF Quality Engineer - Cheboygan Area
The Pivot Group Network
Cheboygan · Cheboygan, MI
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling as a iatf quality engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building…
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Senior Information Security Engineer
Jobgether
Remote, United States
- $76.92 to $81.74 USD / hour
…steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Information Security Engineer based in the United…
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Quality Supervisor - Ironwood Area
The Pivot Group Network
Ironwood · Ironwood, MI
Familiarity with statistical process control and gage R and R.
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PLC Programmer - Coldwater Area
The Pivot Group Network
Coldwater · Coldwater, MI
Troubleshoot PLC and control system issues on the production floor.
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Advanced Quality Engineer - Iron River Area
The Pivot Group Network
Iron River · Iron River, MI
Run capability studies and statistical process control reviews to monitor process stability.
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Continuous Improvement Manager - Monroe Area
The Pivot Group Network
Monroe · Monroe, MI
Familiarity with statistical process control.
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Continuous Improvement Leader - Niles Area
The Pivot Group Network
Niles · Niles, MI
Familiarity with statistical process control and Minitab.
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Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist (Information Systems)
Veterans Health Administration
Aurora, CO
- $113,930 to $148,112 USD / year
…configuration, IP addressing, sub-netting, HL7, DICOM, Access Control List (ACL) and network security across the medical device network. Coordinates and works effectively with other…
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Healthcare Engineer
Veterans Health Administration
Cleveland, OH
- $109,342 to $142,148 USD / year
Healthcare Engineers position serves as a Project Engineer at the Louis Stokes VA Medical Center in Cleveland, OH in Engineering Service. This position performs project planning, produces…
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Aircraft Mechanic
U.S. Army Reserve Command
Fort Bragg, NC
- $29 to $33 USD / hour
Serve as crew chief/flight engineer | Inspect Aircraft | Repair, replace rotary wing aircraft assemblies and components | Use tools and testing equipment | Complete final adjustments |…
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Construction Manager, GES NA, Design and Construction
Amazon.com Services LLC
Boston, MA · Austin, TX · Nashville, TN · Arlington, VA · New York, NY · Irving, TX · Houston, TX
- Seek sustainable, environmentally responsible solutions throughout the construction process in alignment with Amazon's building practices
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PRODUCTION CONTROLLER (AIRCRAFT) TITLE 32 PERMANENT
Air National Guard Units
Newington, NH
- $69,905 to $90,882 USD / year
The purpose of this position is to provide planning, scheduling and control of aircraft maintenance through a variety of support maintenance shops.
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Aircraft Mechanic (Title 32) (Indefinite)
Army National Guard Units
Sandston, VA
- $35 to $41 USD / hour
Clears Red X status symbols on aircraft forms for work performed by others. Performs in-process and final inspection of others' work on assigned aircraft and components and certifies by…
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Network Security Engineer/Architect
Insight Global
Remote, United States
- From $75 USD / hour
…Palo Alto, Cisco ASA and FTD (working alongside the wireless engineer on this role). Can find and close gaps in architecture, monitoring, process and…
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CIVIL ENGINEER (CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT)
Bureau of Reclamation
Lakewood, CO
- $146,848 to $182,316 USD / year
…construction staff including the supervisory Regional Construction Engineer, Resident Engineers (RE), Contracting Officer's Representatives (COR), supervisors, inspectors, materials…
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Electrical Engineer
Architect of the Capitol
Washington, DC
- $85,447 to $158,322 USD / year
This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Engineer (OCE). The selected individual will serve as an Electrical Engineer providing experience in the…
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Civil Engineer
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Galveston, TX
- $103,225 to $134,195 USD / year
Serves as proponent and recognized technical expert for quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) within the Engineering and Construction Division. | Documents and monitors the…
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ENGINEER QUALITY 3
Huntington Ingalls Industries
Goose Creek, SC
Develops, modifies, applies and maintains quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials product. Collaborates…
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Senior Scientific Software Engineer (Fed Gov)
Jobgether
Remote, United States
…steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Scientific Software Engineer (Fed Gov) based in the United…
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GENERAL ENGINEER (Title 5)
Air National Guard Units
Des Moines, IA
- $90,234 to $117,307 USD / year
As a GENERAL ENGINEER (Title 5), GS-0801-12, you will perform the following duties.
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Supervisory Civil Engineer
Bureau of Reclamation
Grand Junction, CO
- $104,502 to $127,443 USD / year
You will serve as a Supervisory Civil Engineer in the Upper Colorado Basin; Western Colorado Area Office in Grand Junction, Colorado.

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Controls Engineer

Maple Grove, MN, United States

$50 to $65 USD / hour

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Pay: $50 to $65 USD / hour
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

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Job Title: Controls EngineerJob DescriptionThe Controls Engineer designs and programs controls systems for complex automated machinery, taking ownership of assigned machines, machine groups, and controls projects from concept through manufacturing, assembly, debug, acceptance, installation, and service. This role serves as a primary technical contact for automation projects and delivers solutions that meet technical, budget, quality, and schedule requirements while supporting continuous improvement and the adoption of new automation technologies.Responsibilities

Design and develop controls and electrical systems for complex automated machinery, including packaging equipment, robotics, motion control, and machine vision systems.
Create detailed electrical designs and schematics using AutoCAD Electrical for assigned machines and machine groups.
Program and configure PLCs and HMIs to control automated equipment, ensuring reliable and efficient operation.
Lead assigned controls projects from concept through manufacturing, assembly, debug, acceptance, installation, and service, acting as the primary technical contact.
Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams to integrate controls solutions into complete automation systems.
Support machine assembly and debug activities by troubleshooting and resolving controls and electrical issues on the shop floor.
Participate in factory acceptance testing and site acceptance testing to ensure systems meet performance, safety, and quality requirements.
Travel to customer sites, approximately 10% of the time, to perform installation, commissioning, and service support for automated equipment.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by recommending and implementing enhancements to controls designs, standards, and processes.
Stay current with new automation technologies and apply them appropriately to improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability.
Provide technical support and guidance to internal teams and customers throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure all controls designs and programs comply with project specifications, applicable standards, and company quality requirements.

Essential Skills

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's Degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
Minimum of 3 years of experience with PLC and HMI programming for automated equipment.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in electrical design using AutoCAD Electrical.
Professional experience working with custom automated equipment; packaging automation experience preferred but not required.
Hands-on experience working with motors, drives, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
Proficiency with Rockwell-based control systems and platforms.
Ability to design, program, and troubleshoot controls for automated equipment including packaging machines, robotics, motion control, and machine vision systems.
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 10% of the time for equipment installation and commissioning at customer sites.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot electrical and controls issues both in an office and on the shop floor.
Effective communication skills to serve as a primary technical contact throughout the project lifecycle.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with motion control systems and robotics is highly desirable.
Experience in automated packaging equipment is a strong plus.
Experience working in environments with high-volume, short-duration automation projects.
Familiarity with machine vision systems used in automated machinery.
Ability to work collaboratively within a small controls team of engineers and designers.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight schedules while maintaining quality.

Work EnvironmentThe role operates in a fast-paced environment focused on high-volume, short-duration automation projects, with typical project lengths ranging from 6 to 10 weeks. The Controls team consists of a small, collaborative group of controls engineers and designers/drafters. Most work takes place in an office or cubicle setting, where the engineer performs design and programming tasks using tools such as AutoCAD Electrical and PLC/HMI development environments. The role also requires regular visits to the manufacturing floor to support machine assembly, troubleshooting, and debug activities. The organization offers a schedule that typically includes half-day Fridays, averaging four 9-hour days and one shorter day per week, along with a company-wide shutdown during the week of the 4th of July that is provided as paid time off. The environment emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and the use of modern automation technologies. #ACTmneng26 Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maple Grove, MN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maple Grove, MN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Maple Grove,MN.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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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