Primary Job Title:
Senior Electrical / Automation Maintenance Engineer
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
Automation Engineer
Senior Controls Engineer
Industrial Automation Engineer
PLC Controls Engineer
Electrical Controls Engineer
Location:
Rockford, TN
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
Job Details (Direct Hire only):
Position Type: Direct Hire
Start: As Soon As Possible
Pay / Salary: $105000 - $110000
Job Summary:
The Senior Electrical / Automation Maintenance Engineer is a hands-on technical leader responsible for diagnosing automation failures, optimizing control systems, commissioning new equipment, and improving operational performance in demanding industrial environments.
This role focuses on advanced PLC programming, electrical troubleshooting, machine commissioning, and automation-driven process improvements that increase production uptime and reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform advanced PLC programming and troubleshooting using Siemens and Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley) platforms.
Design, modify, and optimize HMI systems to improve operational visibility and performance.
Commission automated systems and production equipment to support operational efficiency.
Conduct root cause analysis to resolve recurring electrical and control system failures.
Diagnose electrical system issues in high-demand industrial environments.
Implement automation-driven improvements that increase system uptime and production throughput.
Maintain safety compliance and ensure control system integrity.
Troubleshoot and modify electrical schematics when required.
Improve plant reliability by identifying automation opportunities and implementing system enhancements.
Required Experience:
5+ years of industrial automation experience.
Deep experience with Siemens and Rockwell Automation PLC platforms.
Strong experience with HMI configuration and troubleshooting.
Expert-level electrical troubleshooting skills.
Experience commissioning automated machines and production systems.
Nice-to-Have Experience:
Experience in aggregate or mining operations.
Experience in heavy manufacturing environments.
Experience using AutoCAD Electrical for electrical schematics.
Demonstrated success reducing downtime and improving reliability metrics.
Required Skills:
PLC Programming & Troubleshooting
Industrial Electrical Diagnostics
Automation System Commissioning
Preferred Skills:
Siemens PLC Platforms
Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley
HMI Design & Optimization
AutoCAD Electrical
Root Cause Analysis for Industrial Systems
Additional Skills:
Control system optimization
Electrical schematic modification
Automation reliability improvements
Industrial equipment diagnostics
Safety compliance for automation systems
Production uptime optimization
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number:
26-02361