Electrical Controls Engineer

Build systems that keep critical energy infrastructure running.

If you enjoy owning projects start to finish and staying hands-on with controls and automation, this role gives you both. As a Project Engineer, youll lead control system projects for midstream facilitiesdesigning, programming, commissioning, and working directly with clients to deliver real-world solutions.

This is a high-impact role with visibility, autonomy, and the chance to see your work operating in the field.

• Own automation projects from early estimating through commissioning
• Develop control system architecture for compressor stations and pumping stations
• Design control system drawings, PLC logic, HMIs, and supporting documentation
• Build I/O lists and Cause & Effect matrices from P&IDs and electrical drawings
• Coordinate panel fabrication, wiring, installation, and field execution
• Lead commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and performance verification
• Serve as a technical point of contact for clients, RFIs, and change orders
• Collaborate across engineering, field, and project teams to deliver quality results

• 510 years of PLC programming and HMI development experience
• Strong experience in instrumentation and industrial control systems
• Experience supporting or commissioning midstream facilities preferred
• Comfortable reading P&IDs, electrical drawings, and technical documents
• AutoCAD proficiency for control and electrical design
• Confident communicator who works well independently and with teams
• Willingness to travel occasionally for commissioning and field support

Engineering degree preferred, but real-world controls experience matters most.

• Real ownership: You design it, build it, and commission itno siloed work
• Meaningful projects: Critical infrastructure with visible, real-world impact
• Hands-on engineering: Stay technical while growing project leadership skills
• Balanced travel: Purposeful field work, not constant road time
• Supportive culture: A team that values collaboration, trust, and craftsmanship
• Room to grow: Exposure to complex systems and opportunities to expand your role

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Orleans, LA.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/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 New Orleans,LA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 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 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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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the

city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants

with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a

condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law

shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,

including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications

and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you

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