Automation Engineer
Company: Actalent
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Automation Engineer
Job Description Provide technical start-up, checkout, and
programming for Building Automation and Control Systems.
Responsibilities Work collaboratively with design engineers,
operation engineers, purchasers, and other internal staff. Start-up
of microprocessor-based control components, including PLC and DDC
controllers, sensors, actuators, transducers, and associated
components. Understand construction schedules and manage QA/QC
checklists and commissioning logs. Interpret Sequence of Operations
and apply to program logic. Read and write code in ladder logic,
structured text, and function block programming. Mentor, train, and
oversee Automation Technicians I and II. Lead medium to large-sized
projects. Perform point-to-point checkout of wiring and components
for proper grounding, polarity, communication, and power. Set up
and calibrate input and output devices such as temperature sensors
and pressure transducers. Upload, download, and modify control
software and programs. Perform networking functions such as setting
up IP addresses, subnet masks, MAC addresses, and instance numbers.
Create and troubleshoot automation networks and communication
protocols. Identify and troubleshoot complex Automation HVAC and
Electrical systems. Map control points into supervisory controllers
and add alarms and history extensions. Map control points into
graphical front ends and link points to graphics. Create Automation
System graphics and dashboards. Essential Skills Proficiency in PLC
programming, Automation, Schneider Electric, RSLogix, and Rockwell.
Experience with HMI programming and Scratch programming for PLCs
and HMIs. Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical, DDC, Wonderware, and
Factory Talk. Additional Skills & Qualifications 4-7 years of
Automation Engineering experience. Preferred bachelor's degree in
Electronics, Technology, or an automation-related field. Work
Environment The role involves a mix of office work and on-site
visits at customer sites, with 30%-50% travel depending on project
locations. The current project is based in Kansas City, MO. The
company offers excellent opportunities for career advancement,
being an ESOP company with comprehensive benefits and retirement
plans. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out
of Kansas City, MO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this
position is $93000.00 - $112000.00/yr. • ESOP Program – Employee
Owned Company • 401k Retirement Plan • Financial Planning Services
• Medical, Denta,l and Vision Plan • FSA, HSA • Employee Assistance
Plan • 15 Days PTO Upon Hire • 7 Paid Holidays • Tuition
Reimbursement Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in
Kansas City,MO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated
to close on Feb 20, 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. If you would like to request a reasonable
accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job
application process or interviewing due to a disability, please
email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other
accommodation options.
Keywords: Actalent, Overland Park , Automation Engineer, Engineering , Kansas City, Kansas
