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Controls Engineer (Contract)
Location: Peachtree City, GA
Job Type: Temporary
Company: TRC Talent Solutions
Salary: $54.75 - $55.00 Per Hour
Category: Technology
The role of a Controls Engineer (Contract) provides an exciting opportunity for professionals specializing in industrial automation and controls engineering. This contract position supports a major automation project and is ideal for those passionate about system commissioning, loop checks, electrical troubleshooting, and working with Rockwell automation systems. As a Controls Engineer (Contract), you will be instrumental in ensuring the successful implementation and commissioning of automation solutions. The role offers the chance to work on a long-term engagement, contributing to the operational success of a significant industrial project.
As part of the project team, the Controls Engineer (Contract) will be responsible for hands-on commissioning of automation systems and performing detailed loop checks to validate proper system operation. The successful candidate will troubleshoot I/O issues on the plant floor, ensuring that all hardware and field instruments perform to their required specifications. The position also requires close collaboration with project management and engineering teams, maintaining a focus on safety, schedule adherence, and project milestones.
Expertise with Rockwell automation platforms, including ControlLogix (PlantPAx) and FactoryTalk View (FTView), is essential for this Controls Engineer (Contract) role. The position demands a high level of technical proficiency and the ability to adapt to changing project needs, including working different shift schedules. This contract assignment is a great fit for seasoned controls engineers looking to make a measurable impact in a dynamic, collaborative industrial environment.
The contract covers a significant project duration, providing job stability and professional growth opportunities for the right candidate. The employer is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse work environment and offers support for project-related travel and living expenses. Candidates who are motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to take on the challenges of a large-scale automation project are encouraged to apply for the Controls Engineer (Contract) position by clicking the application button.
Controls Engineer (Contract) - Summary
- Serve as a contract Controls Engineer supporting a 34-month automation project.
- Engage in commissioning, troubleshooting, and validation of automation systems.
- Work with advanced Rockwell automation platforms (ControlLogix and FactoryTalk View).
- Opportunity to work with an industry-leading project team focused on safety and operational excellence.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough loop checks and system commissioning to verify automation system integrity.
- Perform basic I/O electrical troubleshooting and resolve hardware or field instrument issues on the plant floor.
- Provide onsite engineering support for Rockwell automation systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Collaborate with project management and multidisciplinary teams to meet project milestones and safety standards.
- Document engineering activities and maintain up-to-date records of system modifications and results.
- Adapt to assigned shift schedules and ensure project objectives are achieved within prescribed timelines.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive compensation for contract engagements.
- Reimbursement for project-related travel and living expenses.
- Opportunity to contribute to a high-value, long-term industrial automation project.
- Supportive and inclusive work environment focused on professional development.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in controls or automation engineering.
- Proficiency with Rockwell ControlLogix (PlantPAx) and FactoryTalk View (FTView) platforms.
- Strong hands-on skills in loop checking and troubleshooting of hardware and field instruments.
- Ability to work flexible shifts as assigned, with a focus on reliability and safety.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within engineering and project teams.
Ideal Candidate Snapshot
- Experienced controls engineer familiar with commissioning and troubleshooting industrial automation systems.
- Comfortable working with Rockwell automation platforms and able to adapt to new technologies as needed.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to delivering high-quality engineering support.
- Effective team player with a track record of meeting project deadlines and safety requirements.
Other Relevant Information
- This contract role supports a long-term project, providing stability and opportunities for career advancement.
- Project-related travel expenses are covered in accordance with company policy.
- Working on this project offers the opportunity to collaborate with industry experts and contribute to a major automation initiative.
- The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are an experienced automation professional ready to take on a new challenge, apply now for the Controls Engineer (Contract) position by clicking the application button and joining a dynamic project team!