Jobs in the United States

25+ jobs

Group jobs by employerEmail me new jobs Save this search

Added just now
Instrumentation and Controls Field Services Engineer/Specialist – Alabama
Southern Company
Mobile, AL · Bucks, AL
The purpose of this job is to provide technical services in the I&C discipline to fossil, gas and renewable generating facilities within the Southern Company. These services include but are…
Added 3 mins ago
Design Engineer
Caterpillar, Inc.
Lafayette, IN
The Large Power Systems Division is currently seeking a Design Engineer to join the Turbocharger Application team, located in either Lafayette, IN. In this role, you will provide critical…
Added 3 mins ago
Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer - Wheel and Brakes Structure
Honeywell Aerospace
South Bend, IN
YOU MUST HAVE
Added 4 mins ago
Mining Engineer
Tutor Perini
Evansville, IN
As a Mining Engineer at Frontier-Kemper, you will have the opportunity to provide engineering support for planning, site development, infrastructure design, reclamation, environmental…
Added 4 mins ago
Associate Consultant Engineer - Security Systems
Lilly
Indianapolis, IN
We are seeking an experienced Senior Genetec Platform Engineer to lead the architecture, deployment, and lifecycle management of our enterprise Genetec Security Center environment across…
Added 4 mins ago
Field Service Engineer 1 - Indianapolis
ThermoFisher Scientific
Indianapolis, IN
Join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Field Service Engineer, where you'll contribute by ensuring our sophisticated scientific instruments operate at peak performance. In this role,…
Added 4 mins ago
LIS Instrument Engineer
CBRE
Indianapolis, IN
Join CBRE as an LIS Instrument Engineer and play an integral role in supporting laboratory instrument services for a pharmaceutical client. In this position, you’ll help drive the…
Added 4 mins ago
EG
Automated Test Engineer
Eliassen Group
Indianapolis, IN
- $40 to $50 USD / hour
Our client seeks an Automated Test Engineer to support Hivemind by monitoring and maintaining large volumes of automated tests, troubleshooting failures, and driving bug resolution across…
Added 4 mins ago
Field Engineer II
Telsource Corporation
Columbia, MO
Must possess a valid drivers’ license with good driving record
Added 4 mins ago
SO
CONDEMNATION ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER V)
State of Illinois
Dixon, IL
- $6,837 to $10,831 USD / month
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Added 5 mins ago
Ford Racing Electrical Systems Integration Engineer
Ford Global
Allen Park, MI
Coordinate technical design reviews between component and EDS engineers to ensure system integrity in the design phase
Added 7 mins ago
RU
ServiceNow Senior Developer
Randstad USA
Edison, NJ
- $60 to $78 USD / hour
We are seeking a dedicated, full-time ServiceNow Developer to architect, build, and optimize our Service Catalog and Identity Governance workflows. In this role, you will partner closely…
Added 8 mins ago
Automation Engineer
UnitedHealth Group
Overland Park, KS · Kansas City, KS · Kansas City, MO
…production asset supporting operational throughput, quality, and service objectives. Currently, the facility does not have a dedicated onsite Engineer to support automation line operations,…
Added 8 mins ago
UG
Senior Software Engineer - Remote
UnitedHealth Group
Eden Prairie, MN
- $91,700 to $163,700 USD / year
area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week
Added 11 mins ago
K
Software Engineer - Strategic Solutions Squad
Kforce
Remote, United States
- $24 to $26 USD / hour
Kforce's client in Pittsburgh, PA is searching for a Software Engineer I for a client who is an AI-first technology company that builds intelligent solutions for customer experience, sales,…
Added 11 mins ago
K
Senior BISO Engineer (Cybersecurity)
Kforce
Houston, TX
- $50 to $60 USD / hour
Kforce has a client in Houston, TX that is seeking a Senior BISO Engineer (Cybersecurity).
Added 11 mins ago
Java Software Developer
Kforce
San Diego, CA
This position is ideal for a software engineer who can independently deliver features and components, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and contribute to technical design decisions.…
Added 11 mins ago
K
Full Stack Engineer II
Kforce
Remote, United States
- $60 to $70 USD / hour
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Full Stack Engineer II in Phoenix, AZ.
Added 11 mins ago
K
Senior Full Stack Engineers
Kforce
Remote, United States
- $60 to $65 USD / hour
Kforce's client in Fort Myers, FL is seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Engineer to architect, develop, deploy, and maintain modern full-stack applications supporting critical…
Added 11 mins ago
Infrastructure Engineer
Virginia Community Colleges
VA
Piedmont Virginia Community College is recruiting for two Infrastructure Engineer positions within the Infrastructure and Enterprise Systems team. The engineers work as a coordinated team…
Added 13 mins ago
Junior Platform Engineer
LMI
Colorado Springs, CO
LMI is seeking a Junior Platform Engineer to support IronSled, a Platform as a Service designed to host applications in secure federal environments. You will be an initial member of a…
Added 13 mins ago
Junior Platform Engineer
LMI
United States
LMI is seeking a Junior Platform Engineer to support IronSled, a Platform as a Service designed to host applications in secure federal environments. You will be an initial member of a…
Added 14 mins ago
Engineer I, II, III, or IV - Natural Gas & Water
City Utilities of Springfield
Springfield, MO
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) license required · Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Added 14 mins ago
Software Integration Engineer – TS/SCI
Tenica and Associates LLC
Chantilly, VA
Troubleshoot software issues, investigate root causes, and recommend corrective actions to resolve technical problems.
Added 14 mins ago
Linux System Engineer – TS/SCI Eligible
Tenica and Associates LLC
Chantilly, VA
Provide systems engineering and technical support for mission-critical Linux enterprise infrastructure and identity and access management environments.

Actalent

Electrical Controls Engineer

Chesapeake, VA, United States

$90,000 to $115,000 USD / year

Apply on careers.actalentservices.com About employer

Applications open in a new tab.

Job details

Pay: $90,000 to $115,000 USD / year
Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience working with PLCs in an automation or industrial environment.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 12, 2026

Original job description

Job Title: Electrical Controls EngineerJob DescriptionThe Electrical Controls Engineer will focus on controls and automation for plant machinery, with a primary responsibility for troubleshooting, editing, and improving PLC programs. This role contributes directly to building and maintaining a modern operational technology framework for the facility and works closely with a collaborative engineering team in a manufacturing environment.Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve issues with PLC programs supporting plant machinery and automation systems.
Edit and optimize PLC logic to improve equipment performance, reliability, and safety.
Participate as an active member of the engineering team to design, build, and enhance a new operational technology framework for the plant.
Maintain and support the existing operational technology framework, ensuring stable and secure operation of automation systems.
Collaborate with manufacturing and industrial operations to integrate controls solutions into production processes.
Develop and implement PLC programming solutions for new equipment, upgrades, and process improvements.
Work with robotics and other automation technologies to support efficient and reliable production.
Provide technical support for controls and automation issues, including occasional on-call support outside standard working hours.
Document changes to PLC programs and controls systems to ensure accurate records and knowledge transfer.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on plant automation, system reliability, and operational efficiency.

Essential Skills

3+ years of hands-on experience working with PLCs in an automation or industrial environment.
Strong PLC troubleshooting and programming skills, including experience with platforms such as Siemens and ControlLogix.
Proven experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment supporting controls and automation systems.
Experience working with and maintaining an operational technology framework.
Background in automation, SCADA, and operational technology systems.
Robotics experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Automation, or a closely related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience helping to design and build an operational technology framework from the ground up is highly valued.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering and operations team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex controls and automation issues.
Clear communication skills for explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Commitment to long-term growth and contributing to a stable, low-turnover environment where many team members build lasting careers.

Work EnvironmentThis is an onsite role in a manufacturing and industrial facility operating Monday through Friday, typically from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility for adjusted start and end times (such as coming in early and leaving early or coming in later and staying later). The position may require being on call about once a month to help troubleshoot issues that occur outside standard hours, which may be resolved either remotely over the phone or by coming into the facility if needed. The environment is centered around production machinery, PLC-based controls, robotics, and operational technology systems. The organization has a long-standing presence in the area, a history of stability with no layoffs over several decades, very low turnover, and a culture where many employees spend their careers and retire from the facility.Interested in learning more? Schedule a meeting with Recruiter, Vicky Glass, using this link: https://talentassistant.actalentservices.com/assistant/bookings/qGY4OVBM Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Chesapeake, VA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $115000.00/yr. 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.2 weeks min PTO (can be flexible if someone needs more) 5% 401k match, health, dental, vision Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Chesapeake, VA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA.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.

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 for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Apply on careers.actalentservices.com About employer

More about this job

Skills

Troubleshooting
Editing
PLC
Troubleshoot
Production processes
PLC programming
Robotics
Automation technology
Technical support
Process improvement
SCADA
Electrical engineering
Problem solving
Communication skills

Report this job

Work requirements

Jobs in the United States