Automation Engineer Nashville, TN.
Job Location:
Nashville, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
5 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
2 September 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Were seeking a Senior Automation & Controls Engineer to support and improve manufacturing automation systems in a fast paced production environment. This role will lead controls programming system integration troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.
Compensation
- $130000 - $145000
- Full-time direct hire position
- Nashville TN area
What Youll Do
- Program and troubleshoot PLC HMI and SCADA systems
- Support automation projects from concept through implementation
- Improve manufacturing efficiency uptime and system reliability
- Partner with production maintenance and engineering teams
- Support equipment startups upgrades and process improvements
- Diagnose and resolve controls and automation issues
- Assist with MES and system integration initiatives
- Develop and maintain technical documentation
What Were Looking For
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field
- Experience with PLC programming and industrial automation systems
- Strong troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with HMI SCADA and controls integration
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and networks
- Manufacturing industry experience preferred
Preferred Technologies
- Allen Bradley / Rockwell
- Siemens
- SCADA systems
- HMI development
- MES integration