Automation Engineer

Job Description

This engineer is the go-to expert for electrical infrastructure and automation systems across the facilityfrom utility feed to MCCs and from control panels to PLCs. While 3040% of the role focuses on electrical power systems, the majority centers on automation and control systems supporting utilities like purified water, chilled water, steam, and compressed air. The role is hands-on, highly independent, and essential to maintaining safe, efficient, and intelligent operations.

Responsibilities

• Own the electrical infrastructure from utility power intake through MCC distribution.
• Maintain and troubleshoot existing systems; specify and size transformers for new equipment.
• Conduct thermographic studies and analyze heat data for preventive maintenance.
• Perform preventive maintenance on transformers, switchgear, and MCCs during scheduled shutdowns, including July 4th.
• Update and maintain single-line diagrams and main power distribution drawings.
• Prepare technical reports for internal teams and governing agencies.
• Collaborate with the automation team on Allen-Bradley VFDs and PLCs within a Wonderware-based BMS.
• Support utilities infrastructure, including purified water, chilled water, steam, and compressed air.
• Troubleshoot gauges, meters, panels, and electrical systems on the floor.

Essential Skills

• 57 years of experience in industrial electrical infrastructure.
• Strong familiarity with medium voltage systems (13.2 kV).
• Proficiency with SKM software for arc flash and electrical studies.
• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PE (Professional Engineer) license.
• Experience in PLC programming for utility systems such as water, steam, air, and building automation.

Work Environment

The position is based in a clean, regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The work schedule is Monday to Friday on the first shift. The role offers long-term stability and the opportunity to support critical electrical infrastructure at one of the largest pharmaceutical sites in Columbus, OH. Benefits include a comprehensive package with health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, and more. Generous paid time off and other perks are available once on direct with the client.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, Ohio.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $57.69/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 Columbus,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.

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