Plant Floor Systems Engineer – Night Shift

hcmportal; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

UPS in Knoxville, TN is seeking a maintenance technician who will troubleshoot, calibrate, and adjust plant floor devices to keep conveyors and automation systems running smoothly. The role emphasizes rapid response to alarms, collaboration with maintenance mechanics, and resolving breakdowns to maintain optimal operations.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering (or equivalent) and experience with programming, basic networking, motor control theory, and electrical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent (preferred).
• Experience in programming, troubleshooting, basic network knowledge, motor control theory, and operations (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Capable of reading and interpreting electrical schematics and basic diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Addresses inquiries and needs from internal customers
• Reacts promptly to facility alarms and emergency situations
• Identifies and resolves issues as they occur
• Conducts routine maintenance to prevent potential problems

Skills

Motor control theory

Electrical troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Reading schematics

Programming

Basic network knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent

Job description

UPS in Knoxville, TN is seeking a maintenance technician who will troubleshoot, calibrate, and adjust plant floor devices to keep conveyors and automation systems running smoothly. The role emphasizes rapid response to alarms, collaboration with maintenance mechanics, and resolving breakdowns to maintain optimal operations.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering (or equivalent) and experience with programming, basic networking, motor control theory, and electrical