Controls Engineer
Company: Actalent
Location: Mishawaka
Posted on: January 23, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description CONTROLS ENGINEER OPPORTUNITY |
CAREER ADVANCEMENT | ONSITE | SOUTH BEND/MISHAWAKA, IN Must be a
citizen or green-card holder to qualify for this opportunity. Job
Description Join a dynamic organization that has evolved from a
tool and die maker into a global leader in friction welding and
resistance welding solutions. Headquartered in South Bend, Indiana,
this company designs and builds advanced welding machines and
provides contract manufacturing services for industries such as
aerospace and automotive. We are looking for an aspiring controls
expert who is a focused, detail-oriented team member with high
standards, a solid work ethic, and a strong desire to advance their
technical knowledge. Responsibilities Collaborate with Applications
Engineers, Fluid Systems Engineers, and Mechanical Engineers to
provide a variety of machine control system solutions for the
effective operation of friction welding machines. Create electrical
schematics using AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and ePLAN, and
produce Bills of Material documentation. Conduct machine
commissioning to ensure systems are operational. Interpret controls
systems requirements from various project scope documents.
Implement ANSI and ISO machine design and safety standards. Develop
machine sequence and control flow charts. Develop Human Machine
Interface programs for machine controls using Siemens and related
products. Expand understanding and experience of machinery, machine
controls, programmable logic controllers, human machine interface,
and their control software. Essential Skills Minimum 2 years of
controls engineering experience. Experience with Siemens PLCs and a
willingness to learn more. Mechanical inclination. Customer-facing
experience. Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics. Additional
Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in an engineering
discipline. Experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, or ePLAN.
Work Environment The position is based onsite at the headquarters
in South Bend, IN, operating on a first shift from 8 AM to 5 PM,
five days a week. The role requires minimal overtime and involves
domestic and international travel approximately two times per year.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out
of Mishawaka, IN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position
is $36.06 - $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 Mishawaka,IN.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan
27, 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.
Keywords: Actalent, Grand Rapids , Controls Engineer, Engineering , Mishawaka, Michigan
