Mes Controls Engineer Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Job#: 3043237
Job Description:
The Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and support of automation and control systems across a highly automated manufacturing facility. This role leads controls integration efforts for processing and packaging while ensuring operational reliability, system performance, and continuous improvement. This position is critical to maintaining the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of a high-speed manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities

• Design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC, HMI, SCADA, and industrial control systems.
• Support automation integration across processing, packaging, and conveying systems.
• Configure and support VFDs, servo systems, instrumentation, and process controls.
• Integrate OEM equipment into plant-wide automation systems.
• Drive standardization of controls platforms, programming structures, and documentation.
• Provide technical support during equipment downtime and production issues.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, communication, and automation failures.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring issues.
• Lead controls-related aspects of capital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Coordinate with OEMs, system integrators, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Support FAT/SAT execution and system validation.
• Ensure proper documentation, backups, and change management processes.
• Assist with project planning, budgeting, and timelines.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements.
• Support Integrated Work Systems (IWS) and operational excellence initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, electrical, and industrial automation standards.
• Promote safe work practices, including proper lockout/tagout procedures.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 5+ years of controls engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Experience with industrial automation platforms (e.g., Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Wonderware, FactoryTalk).
• Knowledge of HMIs, SCADA systems, and industrial networking.
• Experience with VFDs, servo systems, instrumentation, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and develop electrical schematics and panel designs.
• Experience supporting high-speed automated manufacturing equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and project coordination skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in food, beverage or consumer packaged goods manufacturing.
• Experience with automated processing and packaging systems.
• Knowledge of batch systems and process automation.
• Experience with MES, OEE, and manufacturing data systems.
• Knowledge of OSHA and machine safety standards.

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