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Controls Specialist

Company:
Actalent
Location:
New Albany, OH, 43054
Posted:
September 24, 2025
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Job Title: Controls Specialist Job Description As a Controls Specialist, you will work both independently and collaboratively to support capital projects and implement solutions.

Your efforts will help clients achieve critical changes and meet their most important goals.

Responsibilities + Coordinate work schedules and manpower forecasts for operations technicians.

+ Manage and track commissioning constraints and deficiencies affecting schedule or quality of Basebuild utility systems post-construction installation.

+ Integrate construction and design schedules with commissioning activities.

+ Provide reports and updates on schedule and quality metrics.

+ Conduct system and facility engineering job walk assessments.

+ Troubleshoot and perform root cause failure analysis on assigned projects.

+ Train suppliers in commissioning software systems.

+ Provide and manage access for suppliers in commissioning software systems.

+ Interface effectively with engineering design team members and client representatives.

Essential Skills + Minimum of 2 years' experience in commissioning or construction for I&C or Electrical Basebuild systems in the Advanced Technology sector.

+ Experience with Rockwell Automation, PLC5, and Control Logix hardware and software.

+ Experience with large capital projects involving Owners, General Contractors, Contractors, and System Integrators.

+ Strong understanding of Design/Build (Engineering and Construction). + Proficiency in complex process systems architecture & design, Instrumentation, Device Selection, Networking, PLC & I/O architectures, P&IDs, data sheets, and SCADA.

+ Working knowledge of environments common in large industrial applications such as Dry/Wet Mechanical, AWN, Gas/Chem Distribution, HVAC, and Clean Room environmental control.

+ Proficient in written and verbal technical communication, including generating reports and conducting group presentations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or similar technical field preferred.

+ Associate's degree or technical certification in electrical, mechanical, or control systems engineering or a related field.

Direct experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

+ Minimum of 3 years of experience working with control systems in a data center or similar environment.

+ Proficiency in control systems programming and configuration.

+ Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical, and building automation systems.

+ Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

+ Familiarity with various control system platforms; BMS (Building Management Systems) or SCADA is a plus.

+ Experience conducting I/O checkouts.

+ Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

+ Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

+ Attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.

Work Environment The role requires travel to projects in South Bend, Indiana, with a per diem included.

Work hours are 50 hours per week.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of New Albany, Ohio.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $52.00/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: - 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 New Albany,OH.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

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 (%) for other accommodation options.

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