Controls Engineer
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Controls Engineer
Location: Franklin, TN or Remote
About the Opportunity
We're looking for a Controls Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of automation systems for material handling projects. In this role, you'll lead the electrical design aspects of projects from concept through implementation, helping deliver reliable, scalable, and innovative solutions for a wide range of customers.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining electrical design with hands-on field work while contributing to engineering standards, continuous improvement, and the growth of a collaborative controls team.
What You'll Do
- Lead the electrical design and support implementation of controls systems for material handling projects.
- Design electrical systems, including field device layouts, control panel designs, and electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN.
- Select electrical components, design control networks, develop Bills of Materials (BOMs), and validate equipment selections.
- Program PLCs and support system commissioning, startup, debugging, and validation.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting during equipment installation and commissioning.
- Deliver projects on time, within scope, and to customer expectations.
- Develop and maintain electrical design standards, controls documentation, and installation best practices.
- Collaborate with equipment vendors to evaluate and implement new automation technologies.
- Identify value engineering opportunities that improve cost efficiency without sacrificing performance.
- Work closely with project managers, mechanical engineers, field personnel, and customers throughout project execution.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing across the controls team.
- Participate in engineering process improvements, internal initiatives, and tool development.
- Support recruiting efforts and provide technical feedback on engineering software and technologies.
- Communicate proactively with project teams and leadership to ensure successful project execution.
- Represent the engineering team professionally during customer meetings, supplier interactions, and site visits.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
- 1+ years of relevant controls engineering experience (or 3+ years of related experience without a degree), preferably in material handling or industrial automation.
- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar electrical design software.
- Knowledge of electrical schematics, control panel design, and material handling system layouts.
- Experience programming PLCs and supporting commissioning activities is preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work in both office and field environments.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Team-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
- Willingness to travel up to 50% based on project needs.
Why Join Us?
- Work on innovative industrial automation and material handling projects.
- Be part of a collaborative engineering team that values ownership, creativity, and continuous learning.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- 401(k) with generous employer matching.
- Profit-sharing opportunities.
- Flexible work environment with autonomy and career growth potential.
- Ongoing professional development, mentorship, and training opportunities.
- A positive culture that encourages teamwork, community involvement, and employee engagement.
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Controls Engineer
United States of America
Full Time
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