Temporary Ge Controls Engineer Mark Jobs in Missouri

Controls Engineer / Automation Project Engineer

Build Something New. Not Just Maintain It. Great Compensation Package!

If you're tired of spending all day firefighting equipment issues and are looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact, this role offers the

chance to help shape the future of a major U.S. manufacturing facility undergoing a significant expansion and modernization effort.

You'll join a team supporting the launch of new automated production lines, advanced packaging systems, robotics, and smart manufacturing

technologies as part of a multi-million-dollar capital investment initiative. This is a highly visible role where your technical expertise will directly

influence the success of major automation projects.

Why Engineers Are Interested in This Opportunity

✅ Per diem assistance available for qualified candidates

✅ Major capital expansion project with new equipment and technology

✅ Robotics, automation, and advanced manufacturing environment

✅ High-impact role with exposure to plant leadership

✅ Opportunity to lead projects instead of simply maintaining equipment

✅ Stable manufacturing environment with significant future investment

What You'll Be Doing

• Program, modify, and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC systems
• Support robotics integration and automation initiatives
• Lead equipment startup, commissioning, and project execution activities
• Drive controls upgrades and continuous improvement projects
• Troubleshoot complex automation and electrical control systems
• Partner with operations, maintenance, OEMs, and engineering teams
• Support advanced packaging, smart manufacturing, and modernization efforts

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of industrial controls or automation engineering experience
• Strong Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC programming experience
• Experience developing and modifying PLC programs from scratch
• Robotics experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong troubleshooting and commissioning expereince
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Experience supporting automation and capital projects
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred Experience

• Siemens PLCs
• HMI Development
• Vision Systems
• Kawasaki or other industrial robotics platforms
• Packaging equipment
• Batch systems
• Capital project management

The Bottom Line

This is an opportunity to join a manufacturing site undergoing a major transformation with significant investment in automation, robotics, and

advanced production technology. You'll have the chance to work on challenging projects, influence the future of the facility, and gain exposure to

large-scale engineering initiatives while earning excellent compensation.

If you're passionate about automation, PLC programming, robotics, and projects that make a real impact, we'd like to speak with you.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jefferson City, MO.

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $85.00/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 Jefferson City,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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