Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Tennessee
Project Controls Engineer jobs in Tennessee are open across Nashville, Memphis, and Mount Juliet and other Tennessee metros, with employers like Schneider Electric, Amazon, and Hitachi Energy hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Location:
Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America
Job ID:
R0116651
Date Posted:
2026-06-19
Company Name:
WRIGHT INDUSTRIES, LLC
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
The Opportunity:
JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as a Controls Project Engineer.
Location Type: The position is onsite in Nashville, TN.
What We Offer:
- Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave
- Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects
- A collaborative, engineering-driven environment
- Career growth and skill development opportunities
- A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter
How You’ll Make an Impact:
- Develops and designs the controls software packages utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and/or Human/Machine Interfaces (HMI).
- Examines and understands customer-supplied specifications in order to ensure the functionality of the equipment meets these specifications.
- Ensures the equipment being started up and commissioned operates in accordance with the customer requirements as outlined in the approved specification.
- Programs robotic and/or controls equipment per the customer specifications.
- Performs preventative maintenance as requested by the customer to ensure minimum down-time and optimum operation of machines and equipment.
- Assists with checking design and details for proper functionality of both his/her work and the work of other engineers.
- Provides timely, required service documentation relating to all functions performed.
- Provides technical support and training to the end-user at the customer facility.
- Ensures products and services continue to be the benchmark within the industry.
- Demonstrates a commitment to safe work practices while on JR Automation or the customer’s premises.
Note: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.
What You’ll Bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline or Technical Diploma with three years of college-level study or related experience or equivalent of. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Intermediate understanding of electrical circuits, electrical panel design, pneumatic design, hydraulic design, PLC's (Programmable Logic Controller), HMI's (Human Machine Interface), robot programming, VFD's (Variable Frequency Drive), servo application's, and device communication networks (DNET, ENET, and Profibus).
- Ability to demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Ability to interact professionally with customers, and maintain a positive working relationship, which at times may be under difficult circumstances and/or high-pressure situations.
- Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred.
- Travel up to 25% to customer sites & other JR locations. Domestic and International.
Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.
Company Overview:
At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.
Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.
Fueled by Possible.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to jrcareers@jrautomation.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.
Location:
Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America
Job ID:
R0116651
Date Posted:
2026-06-19
Company Name:
WRIGHT INDUSTRIES, LLC
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
The Opportunity:
JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as a Controls Project Engineer.
Location Type: The position is onsite in Nashville, TN.
What We Offer:
- Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave
- Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects
- A collaborative, engineering-driven environment
- Career growth and skill development opportunities
- A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter
How You’ll Make an Impact:
- Develops and designs the controls software packages utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and/or Human/Machine Interfaces (HMI).
- Examines and understands customer-supplied specifications in order to ensure the functionality of the equipment meets these specifications.
- Ensures the equipment being started up and commissioned operates in accordance with the customer requirements as outlined in the approved specification.
- Programs robotic and/or controls equipment per the customer specifications.
- Performs preventative maintenance as requested by the customer to ensure minimum down-time and optimum operation of machines and equipment.
- Assists with checking design and details for proper functionality of both his/her work and the work of other engineers.
- Provides timely, required service documentation relating to all functions performed.
- Provides technical support and training to the end-user at the customer facility.
- Ensures products and services continue to be the benchmark within the industry.
- Demonstrates a commitment to safe work practices while on JR Automation or the customer’s premises.
Note: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.
What You’ll Bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline or Technical Diploma with three years of college-level study or related experience or equivalent of. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Intermediate understanding of electrical circuits, electrical panel design, pneumatic design, hydraulic design, PLC's (Programmable Logic Controller), HMI's (Human Machine Interface), robot programming, VFD's (Variable Frequency Drive), servo application's, and device communication networks (DNET, ENET, and Profibus).
- Ability to demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Ability to interact professionally with customers, and maintain a positive working relationship, which at times may be under difficult circumstances and/or high-pressure situations.
- Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred.
- Travel up to 25% to customer sites & other JR locations. Domestic and International.
Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.
Company Overview:
At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.
Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.
Fueled by Possible.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to jrcareers@jrautomation.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.
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Project Controls Engineer Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Schneider Electric5
- Amazon4
- Hitachi Energy2
- LAPORTE2
- Quanta Manufacturing Nashville2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services11
- Manufacturing10
- Energy5
- Automotive4
- Chemicals & Materials2
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controls engineer jobs across Tennessee.
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 for schedule development and baseline maintenance
- Experience with earned value management including CPI and SPI reporting
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field
- Ability to develop and maintain cost forecasts and change control logs
- Familiarity with work breakdown structures and project control plans
- PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional or AACE certification preferred
Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many project controls engineer jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 43+ project controls engineer openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Nashville, Memphis, and Mount Juliet. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
Which Tennessee cities have the most project controls engineer jobs?
Nashville, Memphis, and Mount Juliet have the most project controls engineer openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire project controls engineers in Tennessee?
Employers hiring project controls engineers in Tennessee include Schneider Electric, Amazon, and Hitachi Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote project controls engineer jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 16% of project controls engineer openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for project controls engineer jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to project controls engineer jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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