Process Control Engineer - Knoxville

Description

Build Your Career. Build America's Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials, including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way : doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

New Graduate Opportunity

We are hiring a Process Control Engineer in Knoxville, TN! The Process Control Engineer (PCE) under the supervision of an experienced Process Control Engineer, will provide process control design services at all levels of detail, from conceptual design through final installation for all construction materials facilities, with increasing responsibility as experience is gained. Develop Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) programs to control aggregate facilities, assuming increasing responsibility as experience is gained. Assist the Corporate Network Services (CNS) Department in the installation and configuration of plant networks, wireless systems, and firewalls. Serve as the Corporation's representative to interface with and provide technical guidance to system integrators and construction contractors. Provide cost estimates and project schedules for capital and expense projects as needed, with increasing responsibility as experience is gained.

Assist in supporting existing facilities and assisting in upgrading existing control systems.

Assess needs and internal resources available to perform the required tasks and coordinate the use of outside contractors as necessary.

Must gain knowledge of current methods, best practices, and code standards, including NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and NEMA relating to assigned work. Prepare purchase requisitions for process control equipment.

Provide input to the creation and modification of Corporate Standards, Specifications, and Policies.

What You'll Do :

Cost Estimating : Under the supervision of a PCE IV or higher, provide electrical cost estimates for proposed new facilities and plant modifications. These estimates will include costs for PLC and HMI systems, related software, and installation costs.

Engineering Design Services : Under the supervision of a PCE IV or higher, provide complete process control design for aggregate, asphalt, and ready-mix facilities. Design shall include ladder logic, HMI, plant networks, and control schematics. Provide technical supervision in formulating calculations, evaluations, feasibility studies, and optimum design criteria for plant electrical integrity, reliability, and endurance. Services provided are conceptual operating plans, detailed layouts, and equipment selections.

Project Management : Under the supervision of a PCE IV or higher, provide project management activities on projects working with internal personnel as well as outside contractors, developing schedules and goals to meet milestone requirements.

Project Review : Participate in the review of capital and expense projects pertaining to design correctness, feasibility, and cost for the sections of the project related to process control.

Standardization and Innovation : Participate in the standardization of projects and databases for both engineering and estimating information. Maintain an awareness of technology trends in the electrical and instrumentation industry and the application thereof by competition and others.

Analyze future plant control systems and apply new technology and original innovation to attain competitive superiority where possible.

Qualifications

Skills You'll Need : Education :

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field preferred; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Experience :

Additional Qualifications :

What You'll Like About Us :

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States .

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more .

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

Job

: Engineering

Primary Location

: Tennessee-Knoxville

Organization

: GM - CND DIV OH

Schedule

: Full-time

Job Posting

: Dec 5, 2025, 4 : 16 : 15 PM