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We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our Controls Engineering teams are made of talented engineers who enjoy thinking outside the box with their team to solve practical problems with no standard solution. The projects we work on offer diverse experiences that strengthen and challenge individual and team skills, resulting in innovative solutions. We value creativity, assertiveness and quick thinking. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as aControls Project Engineer.\nLocation Type: The is an on-site role based in Nashville, Tennessee.\nWhy Join Us?\nCompetitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave\nOpportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects\nA collaborative, engineering-driven environment\nCareer growth and skill development opportunities\nA role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter\nHow You’ll Make an Impact:\nDevelops and designs the controls software packages utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and/or Human/Machine Interfaces (HMI). \nExamines and understands customer-supplied specifications in order to ensure the functionality of the equipment meets these specifications. \nEnsures the equipment being started up and commissioned operates in accordance with the customer requirements as outlined in the approved specification. \nPrograms robotic and/or controls equipment per the customer specifications.\nPerforms preventative maintenance as requested by the customer to ensure minimum down-time and optimum operation of machines and equipment. \nAssists with checking design and details for proper functionality of both his/her work and the work of other engineers. \nProvides timely, required service documentation relating to all functions performed. \nProvides technical support and training to the end-user at the customer facility.\nEnsures products and services continue to be the benchmark within the industry. \nDemonstrates a commitment to safe work practices while on JR Automation or the customer’s premises. \nNote: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.\nWhat You’ll Bring:\nBachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline or Technical Diploma with three years of college-level study or related experience or equivalent. 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