Controls Engineer

Job Title : Electrical Machine Design EngineerJob Description

The Electrical Machine Design Engineer is responsible for designing, programming, debugging, and supporting automated systems and automation equipment for production. The role involves offering electrical design input and assisting in concept and development efforts within the facility through infrastructure, programming, or design. Extensive skills in PLC, Robot, Human Machine Interface (HMI), and electrical controls are necessary.

Responsibilities

Design, program, debug, and support automated systems and automation equipment.

Offer electrical design input and assist in concept and development efforts.

Provide troubleshooting assistance on all electrical and / or controls equipment to resolve issues and gather data.

Collaborate with management, machine operators, supervisors, and other engineers.

Work independently with minimal supervision to drive continuous improvement.

Transition new technologies into the business framework.

Assist in setting standards for new control equipment.

Learn and apply additional project management skills.

Essential Skills

Extensive experience in PLC programming.

Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical.

Expertise in electrical design and machine design.

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

5+ years of experience as a controls engineer or in a related role.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electrical Technology, or Mechatronics. An Associate's degree in engineering combined with experience may be considered.

Formal training or extensive experience with PLCs, OMRON CJ & NJ, Robot RC8, and AutoCAD Electrical.

Work Environment

The role is based in an office setting in Maryville, with minimal travel to other plants in the south sub-region. The position offers holiday and vacation benefits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maryville, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00 / 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Maryville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

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.

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