Controls Engineer - PLC, HMI, Programming

Job Description

Job Description

Controls Engineer

Position Overview:

We are seeking a talented Controls/Automation Engineer to join our engineering team in Piney Flats, Tennessee. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, improving manufacturing processes, and leading automation initiatives that directly impact production performance.

In this role, you'll be a key contributor in designing, implementing, and optimizing control systems across our manufacturing operations. You'll work closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to enhance equipment reliability, increase efficiency, and support continuous improvement efforts throughout the plant.

If you're passionate about industrial automation and want to see the direct results of your work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Design, program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC-based control systems
• Support manufacturing operations by identifying and resolving automation and controls-related issues
• Lead and execute automation projects focused on productivity, quality, and safety improvements
• Develop and modify HMI and SCADA applications
• Analyze equipment performance data and implement reliability improvements
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to minimize downtime and improve plant performance
• Support electrical and controls system upgrades, installations, and commissioning activities
• Create and maintain technical documentation, control narratives, and system drawings
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing automation and controls best practices

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of industrial networks, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and instrumentation
• Experience with HMI and SCADA systems
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to manage projects and work effectively across cross-functional teams
  
  

Benefits

Salary: $100-150k/year

• Medical
• Dental
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) 
• Paid Holidays

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 08/12/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$100000 - $150000 USD per year

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