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Controls Engineer

$70k - $90k

Adecco US, Inc.

Adecco Permanent Recruitment has partnered with a manufacturing client in the Chattanooga, TN area to find a full-time Controls Engineer to design, program, and support industrial automation and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems

  • Support automation projects: design, installation, commissioning, startup

  • Develop electrical schematics, control logic, and documentation

  • Diagnose equipment issues; optimize system performance

  • Coordinate with vendors, integrators, and internal teams

  • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and industry standards

  • Support continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives

Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field

  • Experience with PLC platforms (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.)

  • HMI/SCADA programming experience

  • Industrial automation, manufacturing, or process control background

  • Strong troubleshooting and project coordination skills

  • Robotics, motion control, or vision system experience

  • AutoCAD Electrical or similar design tools

Our Client Offers:

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and holidays, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

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  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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