Electrical Controls Technician Job at Actalent, Otsego, MI

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  • Actalent
  • Otsego, MI

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Controls TechnicianJob Description

The Electrical Controls Technician will serve as the team's subject matter expert in controls and electrical systems.

This role involves close collaboration with Floor Leads and Operators to troubleshoot issues and enhance machine performance, including PLCs, HMIs, electrical components, and overall process optimization. In addition to supporting daily operations, the technician may also contribute to specific engineering projects. You must have the ability to hit the ground running with troubleshooting and electrical diagnostics, as well as possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

  • Work with legacy equipment, demonstrating strong skills in reading prints and diagnosing electrical problems.

  • Provide leadership and mentorship to team members.

  • Communicate effectively through participation in daily and weekly team meetings, document, and route process changes as needed.

  • Design and implement control systems to support operational improvements.

Essential Skills

  • 2+ years of experience in manufacturing/automation

  • 2+ years of PLC & HMI programming and troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley, Omron)

  • Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical systems

  • Proficiency in using AutoCAD and Solidworks

  • Project management experience

  • Experience with PLC troubleshooting

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Familiarity with Motion Controllers and Automated Metal Turning machines

  • CAD experience (Solidworks, AutoCAD Electrical)

Work Environment

You will work in a highly automated manufacturing environment with exposure to a variety of equipment and product lines.

This role offers the opportunity to extend and potentially secure a long-term position if you are a great fit. Flexibility in working hours is required, ideally on a 2nd shift from 2:45-11:15 M-F, with some crossover required with the 2nd shift. You must have your own tools aside from those provided by OSHA.

The company is a global leader in motion and control systems, supporting a wide range of industries such as aerospace, healthcare, electronics, and transportation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Otsego, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $37.00/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 Otsego,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Afternoon shift,

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