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Seeking a Controls Engineer for a large Robotics Program in Bellevue, WA! Job Description

We are seeking a Controls Engineer to support the Material Handling Equipment (MHE) engineering team. This individual will challenge current processes, equipment procedures, and electrical/controls specifications in our delivery stations to come up with creative and implementable process improvement initiatives. This Controls Engineer will also design and develop new and existing delivery station electrical and controls layouts. This position will be responsible for designing, managing, and executing the next generation of delivery station processes, equipment, and operations. This is a unique opportunity to own new innovative projects that will advance the intelligence of our last mile business.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Own the design and development of industrial controls for complex material handling systems, considering human/equipment interactions for the Logistics North America network.

• Act as the interface between MHE vendors and internal engineering design teams during the electrical and controls design of complex material handling systems to ensure vendor compliance with controls specifications, NEC, NFPA 70, and other applicable codes.

• Simultaneously manage multiple high-visibility projects and tasks while effectively influencing, negotiating, and communicating with internal and external business partners, contractors, and vendors.

• Conduct post mortem on designs after implementation in partnership with Safety, Maintenance, and Operations.

• Review new advanced technology being introduced into MHE systems with a focus on electrical and controls interfacing requirements.

• Evaluate pricing of project proposals, change orders, and other quotes as they relate to the electrical and controls scope. Use AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, and/or Eplan for review of electrical schematics and layouts.

• Review and update specifications to maintain optimal technology in controls for Logistics.

• Understand material handling control systems, including relay logic, PLCs, IPCs, and industrial networks such as Ethernet, motor control systems, and electrical distribution systems.

• Develop, document, and update design standards in conjunction with worldwide design teams, with an emphasis on electrical and controls design standards.

• Experience with technical solutions that encompass advanced technology applications, conveyor hardware selection, material handling integration, and vendor commissioning content and expectations.

Hard Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or other related Engineering field.

• 5 years of experience in Electrical/Control systems in a PLC-based controls design environment.

• 5 years of experience directly managing and being responsible for multiple large projects.

• PLC Programming

• Control System Design

• AutoCAD

Soft Skills

• Effective influencing and negotiating

• Strong communication with internal and external business partners

• Project management

• Problem-solving

Work Site

This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Bellevue, Washington and some days remote.

Work Environment

20-40% Travel domestically, hybrid flexible in-office with a blend of remote. Working onsite in the Seattle/Bellevue market, partnering with controls vendors, designing new and retrofit PLC systems.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

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. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

• Medical, Dental & Vision

• 401(k)/Roth

• Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D

• Short and long-term disability

• HSA & DCFSA

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Company Paid Time off or State Sick Leave

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.