Conveyor Systems Engineer

Job Description

Manage the controls system projects through its various stages from quotation to final customer acceptance. Attend discussions with customers and mechanical engineering regarding their expectations and preferences. Develop costs for equipment types and methods including sizing control panels, I/O, and electrical service. Conduct on-site inspections and meetings with plant engineering and maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lay out and create electrical drawing packages in accordance with existing standards and customer specifications.

• Create controls and device communication schemes and layouts.

• Develop control panels' Bill of Materials, layouts, and schematics.

• Specify and acquire all required parts and materials.

• Oversee panel construction and perform test checks upon completion.

• Develop programs for PLCs and Safety PLCs. Must be able to program PLCs.

• Create required HMI screens, often based on customer's similar equipment.

• Coordinate with installation department, field electrical personnel, and customer regarding installation requirements.

• Assist with installation on-site when possible.

• Travel as required throughout the project duration, including meetings, on-site inspections, installation, and commissioning.

• Provide required documentation for control systems, schematics, manuals, and training.

• Specify electrical purchased parts.

• Develop and commission PLC programs.

• Provide on-site direction of electrical aspects of installation.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred. Experience may be substituted.

• 5+ years of experience

• PLC Programming (Allen Bradley, Omron, Mitsubishi, or similar systems)

• Experience taking mechanical layouts and designing all control elements, including ordering sensors, safety design, control panels, and commissioning on-site

• Experience with conveyors or similar industries such as automotive, packaging, or logistics

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of industry standards and electrical codes

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams

Work Environment

The role involves working in both office and shop settings with travel required. Travel includes customer meetings, on-site inspections, installation, and commissioning activities.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $60.00/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 Memphis,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 17, 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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.