Electrical Controls Engineer Jobs in Mississippi
Electrical Controls Engineer jobs in Mississippi are open across Canton, Richland, and Crystal Springs and other Mississippi metros, with employers like Amazon, Johnson Controls, and Hitachi Global Air Power Us, LLC (F/K/A Sullair Llc) hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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SUMMARY
POSITION PURPOSE: To develop, modify and troubleshoot machine PLC controls and processes to improve production efficiency, reduce waste, and reliability. Work with various phases of automated control projects such as design, estimating, soliciting quotes, negotiating contracts, developing schedules and budgets, implementing, modifying, and troubleshooting.
Travel Requirements
Ability to travel for training assignments to overseas facilities or corporate headquarters. Otherwise – limited domestic travel for educational, technical, or business-related opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Design electronic, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and/or pneumatic machine controls to increase productivity and quality
- Troubleshoot machine controls and processes to improve efficiency and quality
- Estimate and control projects, schedules and cost to insure timely installation and cost effectiveness
- Train production and maintenance personnel
- Develop schedules and budgets and create relationships with vendors to meet the schedule
- Analyze data and develop design and operational changes
- Prepare complete documentation files to include as built drawings and operational manuals
- Assist maintenance, production, quality assurance with traceability
- Coordinate with development department with tire design and compound development
- Maintain working relationship with MIS to keep machine uptime
- Learn Rockwell Automation’s Allen-Bradley and Mitsubishi PLC platforms
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and Skills
- Analytical thinking
- Problems solving ability
- Technical expertise
- Good oral and written communications
- Ability to work in cross-functional problem-solving teams
Education And Experience
- Exposure through COOP, internship, or other opportunities in industrial/manufacturing environments with automation equipment, traceability and control. Also experience with machine-to-machine interface and host PLC. Networking knowledge beneficial.
- HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
- BACHELOR'S DEGREE – B. S. in ME, EE, or other technically related fields preferred.
Physical Requirements
Able to spend time walking the production areas, talking with operators and maintenance associates, can climb 3 floors of stairs, able to climb ladders. Use small hand tools and meters for performing evaluations, calibrations, and troubleshooting.
SUMMARY
POSITION PURPOSE: To develop, modify and troubleshoot machine PLC controls and processes to improve production efficiency, reduce waste, and reliability. Work with various phases of automated control projects such as design, estimating, soliciting quotes, negotiating contracts, developing schedules and budgets, implementing, modifying, and troubleshooting.
Travel Requirements
Ability to travel for training assignments to overseas facilities or corporate headquarters. Otherwise – limited domestic travel for educational, technical, or business-related opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Design electronic, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and/or pneumatic machine controls to increase productivity and quality
- Troubleshoot machine controls and processes to improve efficiency and quality
- Estimate and control projects, schedules and cost to insure timely installation and cost effectiveness
- Train production and maintenance personnel
- Develop schedules and budgets and create relationships with vendors to meet the schedule
- Analyze data and develop design and operational changes
- Prepare complete documentation files to include as built drawings and operational manuals
- Assist maintenance, production, quality assurance with traceability
- Coordinate with development department with tire design and compound development
- Maintain working relationship with MIS to keep machine uptime
- Learn Rockwell Automation’s Allen-Bradley and Mitsubishi PLC platforms
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and Skills
- Analytical thinking
- Problems solving ability
- Technical expertise
- Good oral and written communications
- Ability to work in cross-functional problem-solving teams
Education And Experience
- Exposure through COOP, internship, or other opportunities in industrial/manufacturing environments with automation equipment, traceability and control. Also experience with machine-to-machine interface and host PLC. Networking knowledge beneficial.
- HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
- BACHELOR'S DEGREE – B. S. in ME, EE, or other technically related fields preferred.
Physical Requirements
Able to spend time walking the production areas, talking with operators and maintenance associates, can climb 3 floors of stairs, able to climb ladders. Use small hand tools and meters for performing evaluations, calibrations, and troubleshooting.
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Electrical Controls Engineer Job Market in Mississippi
A snapshot from current Mississippi openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon3
- Johnson Controls2
- Hitachi Global Air Power Us, LLC (F/K/A Sullair Llc)1
- Jc Residential And Light Commercial1
- Qualus1
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing2
- Technology & Software2
- Automotive1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Education1
What Mississippi Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical controls engineer jobs across Mississippi.
- Proficiency in PLC programming using Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent platforms
- Experience designing and commissioning industrial control panels and electrical schematics
- Familiarity with SCADA, HMI development, and industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP and Modbus
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electrical technology, or a closely related field
- Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and relevant industry safety and electrical standards
- Experience with motion control systems, servo drives, or variable frequency drives
Electrical Controls Engineer Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical controls engineer jobs are there in Mississippi?
There are 12+ electrical controls engineer openings in Mississippi on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Canton, Richland, and Crystal Springs. New positions post regularly as employers across Mississippi hire.
How much do electrical controls engineers make in Mississippi?
Electrical controls engineers in Mississippi earn a median of about $104,990 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,130 for the lowest 10% to over $156,140 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Mississippi cities have the most electrical controls engineer jobs?
Canton, Richland, and Crystal Springs have the most electrical controls engineer openings in Mississippi right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire electrical controls engineers in Mississippi?
Employers hiring electrical controls engineers in Mississippi include Amazon, Johnson Controls, and Hitachi Global Air Power Us, LLC (F/K/A Sullair Llc), based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote electrical controls engineer jobs in Mississippi?
Yes. About 0% of electrical controls engineer openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Mississippi metros.
How do I apply for electrical controls engineer jobs in Mississippi?
You can apply to electrical controls engineer jobs in Mississippi directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Mississippi location, then apply to each one that fits.
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