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Control Systems Engineer, Knoxville Execution Center

Bechtel Corporation
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2026
Requisition ID: 293027

  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
  • Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
  • Work Location: Knoxville, TN

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Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .

Project Overview

Bechtel is the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) partner on the Northrop Grumman team to deliver the Sentinel Program, which is modernizing the ground-based leg of the U.S. nuclear deterrent triad, including intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) systems and launch infrastructure. Bechtel’s scope of service in Sentinel’s current Engineering & Manufacturing Development phase focuses on the ground infrastructure component of the program.

A major contractor for the United States and allied governments, Bechtel has handled such efforts as chemical weapons demilitarization projects, missile-defense, infrastructure, base operations, procurement and project management, and restoration and recovery spanning half a century. We use our expertise to help our customers securely and effectively transform mission delivery.

For more information on the Sentinel program: https://www.bechtel.com/pro j ects/sentinel

Note: This position may involve other project work, aside from Sentinel project, within the Knoxville Execution Center.

Job Summary

In this role, you will participate in the design, development, and evaluation of Control Systems' components and processes. You will collaborate and support other engineering disciplines for Control Systems matters. Your professional work knowledge and abilities through the application of standard control systems engineering techniques will enable you to make impactful contributions to the team.

Major Responsibilities

  • Evaluates, selects, and applies Control Systems engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria, using independent judgment in making adaptations and modifications
  • Participates in the design, development, modification and evaluation of Control Systems' components and processes utilizing relevant Engineering Department procedures, design standards and guides
  • Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability
  • Coordinates work and collaborates with other engineering disciplines, functional project groups, suppliers, and the client (as needed)
  • Assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports, or proposals
  • Prepares and checks designs for misc. systems, which may include HVAC, lighting, power, and other utilities, gas monitoring, etc.
  • Prepares and checks Control Systems' design deliverables such as P&IDs, logic, control philosophy, specifications, data sheets, material requisitions and misc. databases (e.g., Instrument and I/O Lists)
  • Supports physical design of Control Systems' components via 3D model review, preparation of Instrument Installation Details and location drawings

Education And Experience Requirements

Requires bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Computer Engineering from an accredited institution and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge And Skills

  • U.S. citizenship is required
  • Experience with design of Department of Defense and/or Department of Energy facilities
  • Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 application suite (Word, Excel, Visio, Power BI, etc.)

Preferred

  • Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certificate
  • Experience working within AS9100D and/or NQA-1 quality programs
  • Possess or have ability to obtain security clearance

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse Teams Build The Extraordinary

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com

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