Controls Technician

Automation Engineering Technician

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineering Technician for a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company. This role involves performing calibration, commissioning, installation, and troubleshooting of instruments, process control systems, and equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will be working to improve equipment, processes, and work instructions across various departments including business, laboratory, manufacturing, packaging, and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations of inspection, measurement, and test equipment according to detailed calibration work instructions.
• Record results in Computerized Maintenance Management or Calibration Data Management System.
• Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and perform corrective actions such as adjustments or component replacements.
• Troubleshoot and maintain equipment to ensure reliable performance.
• Adjust, repair, and replace components like sensors, cables, connectors, and control boards.
• Monitor PLC or HMI program logic during certifications or troubleshooting to understand operational deviations.
• Use and maintain primary, secondary, or working calibration standards.
• Complete work order documentation accurately and completely.
• Identify workflow interrupters and recommend solutions for improvement.
• Participate in skill development to enhance team performance.
• Communicate work effectively to system operators and key partners.

Essential Skills

• Experience with calibrations including pressure transmitters, airflow measurement, and temperature pressure.
• Proficient in PLC Troubleshooting, particularly with Allen Bradley systems.
• 2+ years of electrical troubleshooting experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electrical/Electromechanical Engineering.
• Familiarity with calibration and maintenance management systems.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E (electrical safety standards for workplaces).

Work Environment

The position is based in a clean and climate-controlled, state-of-the-art facility with a mix of office space, labs, and manufacturing areas. The role offers flexibility around hours, with a minimum of 40 hours expected per week. Shift options include second shift (3:00 PM11:30 PM) with 30-minute flexibility for start and end times. The work environment is highly productive, offering opportunities for professional growth. Comprehensive benefits are available, including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and more.

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

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $35.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026.

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.

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