Becoming an electrician in Tullahoma, TN, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the area last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a significant presence in Tennessee, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Tullahoma earn an average of $720 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $10,000 annually. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Job Description Seeking a Controls & Instrumentation Engineer to support projects ranging from small studies to multi-million dollar turn-key supply. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented, organized, able to communicate to all levels of the organization and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Develop electrical specifications for part/equipment selection (50-60% of the role). • Program PLCs, primarily Allen Bradley PLCs but experience with other PLCs is also acceptable (40-50% of the role). • Write code using Rockwell or other PLC systems. • Perform HMI programming using FactoryTalk or other HMI software. • Design control systems and specify instrumentation controls. • Work on automation and controls engineering projects. • Collaborate with team members and communicate project details effectively. JOB SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. • Minimum of one (1) year of hands-on engineering experience. • Experience with PLC programming, particularly Allen Bradley PLCs. • Experience with HMI programming, especially FactoryTalk. • Proficiency in electrical engineering and instrumentation controls. • Experience in electronics, instrumentation, control, and data acquisition systems. • Knowledge of variable frequency drive systems, motion control systems, sensors and transmitters, actuators, PID control, and communication networks. • Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $57.00/hr. • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tullahoma,TN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: • Hiring diverse talent • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.
See More Details >>Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer Job Locations US-TN-Arnold AFB Requisition Number 2025-20818 Category Engineering Category Engineering Overview Job Title: Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer Location: Arnold AFB, TN Function/Branch: Engineering / Propulsion Directorate: Test Operations Position Type: Regular Full-Time Pay Type: Exempt Grade (provided by HR): L08-L09 (OA0861 / OA0964) Overview Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Systems and Controls Engineer supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment contract, at Arnold Engineering Development Complex at Arnold AFB, TN. This Electrical Engineer will be working as a member of an integrated team responsible for maintaining and sustaining the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts. Open to internal and external candidates Job Summary As a valuable member of our team, you would directly impact the ability to conduct ground testing of airframes, engines, or other aerospace systems by executing system engineering responsibilities developing requirements, overseeing installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, and arc flash considerations of major electrical equipment and associated control systems to ensure test readiness to meet customers' requirements. These systems could be large electric motors that drive huge air compressors, hydraulic pumps, electrical switchgear, over-current protection, transformers, PLCs, relays, and/or solid state variable frequency drive systems, plant and/or process controls systems that are needed to reliably provide test conditions to the test facilities. Job Duties: Some of the specific duties of an electrical systems and controls engineer include (this is NOT an exhaustive list): • Developing system and subsystem requirements • Systems configuration design including conceptual and detailed sketches and layouts, specifications and design calculations • Instrumentation and Control System design, development, maintenance, and/or operations support • Respond when systems malfunction, troubleshooting and directing corrective maintenance activities (or calling in the appropriate systems engineer(s) for additional support) ensuring a timely return to service • System verification and validation in preparation for test execution • Update and maintain system documentation for systems of responsibility • Work with multiple organizations/stakeholders such as design engineering, fabrication shops, DoD client, and other contractors • Review design documents of equipment manufacturers or subcontractors and prepare comments and recommendations • Develop with Asset Health Assurance personnel advanced maintenance plans • Conduct and write up system safety hazard analyses and write clear work instructions for operation and maintenance • Assess and communicate risk to stakeholders • Develop estimates for improvement projects • Work with planners, schedulers, and craft supervisors to safely plan and execute projects including maintenance work, upgrades, and test projects • Assist craft personnel with troubleshooting and oversee their work; provide technical leadership and guidance • It is a condition of employment to wear company issued Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy. • Perform other related duties as required. Basic Qualifications: • BS degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university plus a minimum of 5 years' progressive and relevant engineering experience. Additional/advanced education may be substituted for some portion of the experience requirement • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network • Current U.S. Citizenship is required Preferred Qualifications • Work experience in low, medium, or high voltage power distribution. • Work experience in dealing with electrical systems or electrical components of mechanical systems. • Work experience in the application of control system theory for process and/or motion control applications, closed-loop feedback control systems, control systems using PLCs, PID control systems, and/or developing ladder logic and HMI software. • Ability to perform in a dynamic working environment with flexibility to meet mission demands • Strong organizational skills to track and facilitate progress on projects • Demonstrated proactiveness and initiate to drive to results • Exhibits strong level of technical curiosity and desire to seek understanding • Strong communication skills (including verbal and written) • Participates in and fosters a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction • Active Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance What We Offer • Competitive salaries • Continuing education assistance • Multiple healthcare benefits packages • 401K with employer matching • Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule Who We Are Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture of Astrion and Fluor Federal Services, Inc. formed to provide unmatched Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex. We chose our name to serve as an enduring reminder of our commitment to AEDC's rich aerospace research and development legacy anchored in AEDC's Toward New Horizons founding study and the unprecedented opportunities to greatly expand AEDC's capabilities and capacity Beyond those existing today. Leveraging the capabilities of our parent companies, BNH specializes in testing and evaluation for military and space systems combined with proven capability in large-scale Government program management, integration, engineering, and construction services for specialized and technically advanced high-hazard facilities. Join our Team! BNH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. About the Company: Beyond New Horizons
See More Details >>Overview Own Your Future. Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Electrical Designer in Tullahoma, TN. Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work? • Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security. • Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry. • 100% Employee Ownership: we have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year. • Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for: • Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year • Flexible schedules • 6% 401k match with immediate vesting • Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December) • Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account • Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement • Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance • Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan • Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993 Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance. MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide. For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com. Responsibilities We are looking for an Electrical Designer who is interested in being a part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for designing a new hypersonic test facility at Arnold Air Force Base, TN. The designer hired into this role will coordinate with multiple departments on the project from concept to commissioning for this new facility, which will play a key role in hypersonic system development for the United States Department of Defense. Job Responsibilities: Performs non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity. Such assignments that are typically parts of broader assignments, are screened to eliminate unusual design problems. Receives technical advice from supervisor or engineer. Work is reviewed for technical adequacy or conformity with instructions. May be assisted by lower level drafters and have frequent contact with professionals and others within the project. Specific tasks associated with this type of work include but are not limited to: • Develop or review designs by extracting and analyzing a variety of engineering data, applying conventional engineering practices to develop, prepare, or recommend schematics, designs, specifications, and parts lists. • Generate complex 2-D drawings or 3-D CAD design models with minimal guidance from others. • Perform design tasks having some degree of complexity • Prepare portions of 3-D CAD design model under the supervision of experienced designers. • Review and check calculations, design models, drawings and design documents prepared by others in the group and by material suppliers, as assigned. • Prepare bulk material quantity takeoffs and material requisitions for materials applicable to the group. • Work with engineers and other designers in the overall assignment to coordinate designs. • Answer questions from client or construction group on design for assigned responsibility. • Compile, maintain and access job drawing files, records, and drawing controls, as instructed. • Supports the creation of a work environment that fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction. • It is a condition of employment to wear company issued PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy. • Perform other related duties as required. Qualifications Required Qualifications: • Vocational school training/certification comprising at least two semesters or two years of college with courses relevant to drafting and/or design plus a • 5+ of extensive drawing and drafting experience. • US Citizenship is required Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with a raceway design and cable management software • Active Secret Clearance • Familiar with SETROUTE • Experienced in supporting design, construction and commissioning phases on a large, complex project • Knowledge and application of NEC code and ANSI/IEEE Standards • Previous Bechtel and/or DOD or DOE project experience • Skill in reading, interpreting and using related documents and drawings prepared by other project groups. • Knowledge of the methods and procedures used for procurement, takeoffs and quality control of bulk materials applicable to the group. • Skill in directing the technical work of less experienced designers and/or drafters. #LI-AS1
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