Entry Controls Systems Engineer

ENTRY CONTROLS SYSTEM ENGINEER CONTRACT TO HIRE 100% TRAVEL (PROJECT-BASED, PER DIEM, OT PAID) Job Description Join a dynamic team as an Entry Controls Systems Engineer, where you will work onsite at data centers, semiconductor, life sciences, and industrial buildings. This role requires being stationed onsite for months at a time, and is ideal for field engineers who enjoy longu2011term project work and national travel. Your work will directly contribute to delivering highu2011performance control systems that improve efficiency, product quality, and overall operational performance in process manufacturing environments. You will also be responsible for defining and implementing PLC configurations, performing system testing, and supporting onu2011site commissioning and qualification efforts. Responsibilities + Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC systems + Develop and implement automation solutions tailored to client needs + Ensure the control systems are operating efficiently and effectively + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate control systems with other technologies + Conduct regular maintenance and upgrades of control systems + Provide technical support and training to onsite staff Essential Skills + Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude + Understanding of control systems and HMI programming + Proficiency in troubleshooting and experience with mechanical assembly + Experience with the commissioning process + Ability to perform safety analysis and documentation Additional Skills & Qualifications + Hands-on experience with PPE gear + Engineering degree, associates degree, or equivalent experience + Flexible schedule and the ability to adapt with changing project needs + Enthusiasm for learning, development, and continuous improvement Work Environment This is a 12 month, contract-to-hire opportunity that is based onsite requiring the use of PPE gear in a construction-type environment. The work schedule typically consists of either 6 days of 10-hour shifts or 5 days of 10-hour shifts, depending on the week. Any hours worked over 40 per week will be paid at 1.5x the consultant's base hourly rate. Additional Information - PLEASE READ This opportunity is NOT based in Denver, CO. Consultants for this position will be stationed onsite in Reno, NV or Cedar Rapids, IA until the project is completed. Once the project is finished, consultants will be stationed at a new project site until the project is completed, and so on. Since consultants are required to sit onsite until project completion, this opportunity is considered to be 100% travel. Consultants will receive per diem during their time spent onsite based on the cost-of-living per location. Per diem is to be spent on housing, food, and travel home when not scheduled to work. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bowling Green, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $50.00/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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Bowling Green,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 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: 2026-05-04