Job Title: Electrical Automation TechnicianJob Description We are seeking a skilled Electrical Automation Technician for a contract position with potential for permanent hire. This role focuses on the electrical aspects of custom automated packaging machines. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical experience specific to automated equipment, including panel wiring, troubleshooting, and more. Responsibilities + Perform electrical panel wiring and electrical troubleshooting on automated equipment. + Conduct I/O checkouts, point-to-point wiring, machine check-outs, and power-ups. + Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs). + Troubleshoot PLCs (nice to have). + Eventually engage in all-encompassing machine building activities, including electro-mechanical tasks, if converted to a full-time employee. Essential Skills + 3+ years' experience with panel wiring and interpreting electrical schematics. + 3+ years' experience with electrical troubleshooting activities related to automated equipment. + Experience with I/O checkouts, point-to-point wiring, machine check-outs, and power-ups. + Ability to bring and use personal tools. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Associate degree in Automated Systems and Robotics is preferred. + 1+ years' experience troubleshooting PLCs is nice to have. + Ability to read and interpret SolidWorks prints is nice to have. + Strong mechanical aptitude is nice to have. + Ability and willingness to travel approximately 20% in the future. Work Environment We are a team-oriented company with approximately 100 employees. We value individuals who are self-directed, motivated, and problem-solvers. The company offers a unique work environment with half-day Fridays and a company-wide shutdown during the week of the 4th of July. 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.