Jr. Controls Engineer

Junior Controls Engineer u2013 Louisville, KY (Onu2011Site) - Salary is 75K We are seeking a motivated Junior Controls Engineer to join a leading automation and engineering solutions team supporting largeu2011scale industrial and manufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an earlyu2011career engineer looking to grow handsu2011on experience in controls, automation, and system integration. Key Responsibilities: + Assist in the design, programming, and troubleshooting of industrial automation systems + Develop and modify PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs under senior engineer guidance + Support commissioning, testing, and startup activities for new equipment and upgrades + Collaborate with crossu2011functional teams to ensure successful project execution + Provide onu2011site technical support and help diagnose system or equipment issues + Prepare documentation including wiring diagrams, control schematics, and system layouts Qualifications: + Bacheloru2019s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related field + Familiarity with PLC logic, ladder diagrams, and automation principles + Exposure to industrial control systems (Allen-Bradley/Siemens a plus) + Strong problemu2011solving skills and ability to learn quickly in a fastu2011paced environment + Excellent communication and teamwork skills Why This Role? This position offers handsu2011on engineering exposure, mentorship from senior automation professionals, and the opportunity to contribute directly to meaningful, highu2011impact industrial projects. APPLY TODAY Connect with Taylor Brantley Sr. Recruiter Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Louisville, KY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45000.00 - $55000.00/yr. u2022 Benefits u2022 Healthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k) u2022 20 days paid time off (accrued per year) u2022 Cell phone allowance after first year u2022 Employee discounts u2022 Tuition reimbursement program u2022 Monthly wellness calls Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Louisville,KY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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 Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at .

Created: 2026-04-03