Controls Engineer, Murfreesboro, TN

RightWorks

Murfreesboro, Tennessee

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Allen-Bradley, Automation, Cleanroom, Commissioning, Continuous Improvement, Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Food and Beverage Industry, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Instrumentation, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Automation, Manufacturing Engineering, Performance Management, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Production Systems, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Reliability Engineering, Startup
LOCATION
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
POSTED
10 days ago

Controls Process Engineer – Automated Manufacturing


We are seeking a Controls Engineer to support and optimize automated production systems within a fast-paced automated manufacturing environment. This role focuses on improving equipment reliability, troubleshooting controls issues, and driving process efficiency across high-speed production lines.

We are looking for someone experienced as a manufacturing engineer who is skilled in Controls, automation, and process improvements. Continuous Improvement, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and PLC programming is required.

Experience in consumer goods and clean room environment a huge plus.


Key Responsibilities:


Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC/HMI systems (Siemens or Allen-Bradley)

Support automation, controls, and electrical systems across filling, packaging, and processing equipment

Work with VFDs, sensors, vision systems, and instrumentation

Lead or support projects including installation, startup, and commissioning

Partner with maintenance and operations to reduce downtime and improve performance


Qualifications:


Must have have some experience with working in the process, not just working as an integrator/machine builder.


Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or related field)

Experience in manufacturing automation or controls engineering

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills


Preferred:


Experience in cosmetics, food & beverage, or consumer goods manufacturing

Knowledge of high-speed packaging or processing equipment


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