Sr Control Systems Engineer, Knoxville

Requisition Info

• Requisition : 294895
• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Knoxville, TN

The Knoxville Engineering Office is the engineering hub for the Nuclear, Security & Environmental business, supporting multiple projects. Projects involve government work throughout various sectors, including DOD and DOE.

In this role, you will participate in the design, development, and evaluation of Control Systems components and processes. You will collaborate with and support other engineering disciplines for Control Systems matters. You may conduct field investigations and perform field troubleshooting toward resolution of technical issues. Your professional work knowledge and abilities through the application of standard Control Systems engineering techniques will enable you to make impactful contributions to the team.

This position is performed under the leadership of a Control Systems Engineering supervisor, lead or designee.

• Evaluate, select, and apply standard Control Systems engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria, using independent judgment in making adaptations and modifications.
• Participate in the design, development, and modification of Control Systems components and processes utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides, and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs).
• Select components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability.
• Originates and checks Control Systems design deliverables such as P&IDs, logic, control philosophy, specifications, data sheets, material requisitions, and other databases (e.g., instrument and I/O lists).
• Supports physical design of Control Systems components via 3D model review, preparation of instrument installation details and location drawings.
• Coordinate work and collaborate with other engineering disciplines.
• Coordinate Control Systems engineering efforts in assigned areas with specialty groups, other engineering disciplines, the client, suppliers, contractors, construction and other functional groups.
• Provide technical assistance to other Control Systems personnel.
• Conduct field troubleshooting activities for an assigned project site.

Requires bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or other related Engineering field from an accredited institution with 5‑8 years of relevant work experience, or, in lieu of a degree, 9‑12 years of relevant work experience.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time‑management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 application suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Access, Visio, PowerPoint).

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to