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Controls Engineer (1yr PLC exp req)

#twiceasnice Recruiting
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/30/2026

Controls Engineer

Location: SW Knoxville, TN; 100% Onsite

Salary: $85,000-105,000 (Negotiable, Depending on experience) Profit-Sharing

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 401k, Holidays, PTO

Job Type: Full-Time

Typical Hours: 40 hours, M-F; 8am-5pm (flexible)

Travel: 10-15% Domestic; Travel Incentive Provided

Start Date: ASAP

Relocation assistance: available

Sponsorship: not available


Controls Engineer (Minimum 1 PLC programming exp. req.) Description


Our client, an industrial equipment manufacturer, is looking for a Controls Engineer to join their team (80 company-wide; 4 Controls Engineers) in Knoxville, TN. If you’re looking for a smaller team and less of the corporate feel that comes with larger organizations, this could be a great match. This role focuses on designing, programming, debugging, and supporting automated systems, with a mix of controls development, electrical hardware design, and programming. They’re growing the team and are open to different experience levels, whether you’re earlier in your career or bring more hands-on experience. They place a strong emphasis on work/life balance and recently developed a schedule that allowed a newer engineer to have half days most Fridays. This is a great opportunity to join an engineering-focused company with a strong culture, travel incentives, and profit-sharing.


Controls Engineer (Minimum 1 PLC programming exp. req.) Responsibilities


• Design electrical hardware and safety control circuits for automated machinery and systems

• Develop electrical drawings and schematics using AutoCAD

• Program system software, including PLCs and HMIs

• Commission and validate programs during equipment assembly and installation

• Research, design, test, and implement both existing and emerging technologies

• Provide ongoing technical support to internal technicians and customers

• Assist in developing and maintaining machine specifications

• Create, update, and deliver professional training materials

• Prepare cost estimates for electrical systems

Controls Engineer (Minimum 1 year PLC programming exp. req.) Qualifications


• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering required

• 1 year PLC programming experience required

• CAD experience required

• 10-15% travel required (continental US)

• Onsite work required when not traveling

Salary : $85,000 - $105,000

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