Electrical Engineer I — Automation & Maintenance (Contract)

Rightworks; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rightworks in Tennessee is seeking an Electrical Engineer I on a one-year contract to support maintenance, safety, quality, and operations. You will analyze equipment data, provide technical solutions, and help restore product flow through improved processes and preventative maintenance.

The role includes leading engineering tasks, collaborating across departments, and traveling less than 10% with on-call support. A strong foundation in electrical engineering and PLCs is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college/university.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in an electrical engineering field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with manufacturing processes and principles.
• Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.
• Experience with PLCs and Rockwell/Allen-Bradley preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to maintenance and operations across the department including restoring flow during breakdowns and developing preventative maintenance systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process problems to root cause, delivering engineered solutions.
• Manage large equipment rebuilds, including development, justification, management, and implementation.
• Develop into technical equipment expert and provide leadership.
• Support Quality, Safety, and Environmental goals.
• Perform all other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Electrical Control

PLC programming

Data analytics

Capital investment justification

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC

DC motors

AC motor drives

Networking equipment

Power distribution systems

Job description

Rightworks in Tennessee is seeking an Electrical Engineer I on a one-year contract to support maintenance, safety, quality, and operations. You will analyze equipment data, provide technical solutions, and help restore product flow through improved processes and preventative maintenance.

The role includes leading engineering tasks, collaborating across departments, and traveling less than 10% with on-call support. A strong foundation in electrical engineering and PLCs is essential.