Automation Controls Engineer

Position Summary

Completes work orders, records, logs, and other written or computer-based documents according to established procedures. Programs and troubleshoots automated control systems for example integration electronics, robotics, fiber optic sensors, pneumatic/hydraulic controls, touch panels, programmable logic controls, human machine interface. Utilizes one-line and electrical schematic designs, electrical equipment, controls, instrumentations, and configurations for example pump Variable Frequency Drive, Allen Bradley Factory Talk, Siemens BR brand controllers and systems. Provides on-call, remote, and onsite technical support for automation equipment. Trains associates on the operation and repair of automation equipment. Manages the daily operations of automation systems by performing routine maintenance of instruments and controls utilized to process materials from raw states to finished products. Upgrades and replaces components and control systems. Continuously monitors all operations processes. Identifies operational malfunctions and corrects malfunctions as needed. Supports plant operation, quality, and continuous improvement programs for example Break Down Analysis, Break Down Deployments, executes process improvement projects by identifying customer and operational needs, identifies performance standards, measures progress, and adjusts performance accordingly. Develops contingency plans. Demonstrates adaptability and supports continuous learning. Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans, using the Open Door Policy, and applying these in executing business processes and practices. Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources, collaborating with managers, coworkers, customers, and other business partners, identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations, carrying out tasks, communicating progress and information, determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities, and adapting to and learning from change difficulties and feedback. Respect the Individual: Builds high-performing teams, embraces differences in people, cultures, ideas, and experiences, creates a workplace where associates feel seen, supported, and connected through a culture of belonging, creates opportunities for all associates to thrive and perform. Respect the Individual: Works collaboratively, builds strong and trusting relationships, communicates with impact, energy, and positivity to motivate and influence. Respect the Individual: Attracts and retains the best talent, empowers and develops talent, and recognizes others’ contributions and accomplishments. Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and compliance, models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture, holds oneself and others accountable, supports Walmart’s goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates, customers, members, and the world around us, creating a sense of belonging, eliminating waste, participating in local giving. Act with Integrity: Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, fair, and transparent. Serve Our Customers and Members: Delivers results while putting the customer first, considers and adapts to how, where, and when customers shop and applies the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans. Serve Our Customers and Members: Makes decisions based on data insights and analysis, balances short and long-term priorities, and considers our customers, fellow associates, shareholders, suppliers, business partners, and communities when making plans. Strive for Excellence: Displays curiosity and a desire to learn, takes calculated risks, demonstrates courage and resilience, and encourages learning from mistakes. Strive for Excellence: Drives continuous improvements, adopts and encourages the use of new technologies and skills, and supports others through change.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay, as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam’s Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor’s degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year’s experience in maintenance or related field OR 3 year’s experience in maintenance or related field. Professional certification in engineering, technology, or related field. 2 years’ experience PLC/Robot Programming.

Preferred Qualifications

Maintenance or control automation. Bachelors: Computer Engineering, Bachelors: Other Technology

Primary Location

1015 Hixson Blvd, Lebanon, TN 37090-1409, United States of America