| Location | Wentzville, MO |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Salary | $35–$42 Per Hour |
Controls Engineer
Launch Your Career in One of the Most Advanced Manufacturing Environments in the St. Louis Metro
If you're looking for a Controls Engineering opportunity where you'll gain more hands-on technical experience in your first few years than many
engineers get in a decade, this is it.
This is arguably one of the best technical development opportunities in the St. Louis area, offering exposure to large-scale automation,
robotics, PLCs, industrial networking, and high-volume manufacturing operations. You'll work alongside experienced controls professionals in a
fast-paced environment where every day presents new technical challenges and opportunities to learn.
Even better, due to the significant overtime available, many first-year engineers earn close to or exceed $100,000 annually, making this
an exceptional opportunity for both career growth and earning potential.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
Exposure to cutting-edge automation, robotics, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial networks
Work in a large-scale manufacturing environment with continuous investment in modernization and technology
Exceptional technical development and mentorship opportunities
Contract-to-hire role with a clear path toward long-term career growth
PTO offered from day one
Overtime opportunities that allow many engineers to earn near or above the $100K mark in their first year
Gain highly sought-after OEM manufacturing experience that opens doors throughout your career
What You'll Do
As a Controls Engineer, you'll support highly automated manufacturing systems while working closely with production, maintenance, and engineering
teams to maximize equipment performance, reliability, and uptime.
Key responsibilities include:
What We're Looking For
Work Environment
This role is approximately:
You'll work directly with:
If you're an engineer who wants to accelerate your technical growth, gain exposure to world-class automation systems, and earn excellent compensation while doing it, this is the opportunity you've been looking for.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wentzville, MO.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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)
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wentzville, MO.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Wentzville,MO.
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.
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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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 acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.