Mechatronics Engineer

Mechatronics Engineer Job Description

Support the production process with direction from the engineers responsible for the project, ensuring seamless operations and efficiency.

• Provide daily support for manufacturing process equipment and controls.
• Solve onsite problems in real time.
• Communicate effectively with engineering and maintenance staff to address and resolve issues.
• Monitor and collect data to support improvement activities.
• Schedule and run trial parts for testing and analysis.
• Submit parts to the testing lab for detailed analysis.
• Develop and modify robot programs for optimized performance.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues using PLC monitoring software.
• Ensure safe work practices in compliance with policies, maintaining awareness of safety for self and others.
• Support the implementation, achievement, and maintenance of Quality and Environmental Policies and Procedures.

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
• Proficiency in robotic programming, specifically point-to-point adjustments.
• Experience in mechatronics, robotics, and PLC troubleshooting.
• 1-3 years of experience as a manufacturing engineer, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Understanding of process/continuous improvement, troubleshooting equipment, process documentation, work instructions, and tooling.
• Ability to speak to projects managed within a plant.
• Experience in troubleshooting and improving automated processes, including PLCs, Vision systems, and Robotics.

• Associate’s Degree in Mechatronics, pre-engineering, or a related field, or three plus years of manufacturing experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, with a preference for Mechatronics.
• Experience with PLCs (Omron, Mitsubishi, Siemens), Robots/Cobots (FANUC, ABB, Motoman), and Vision systems (KEYENCE).

The candidate will start on the 1st shift before transitioning to the 2nd shift, with hours from 2:00pm to 10:30pm. The work environment is dynamic, with opportunities for professional growth in a continuously evolving industry.

This is a Permanent position based out of Murfreesboro, TN.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 – $30.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Murfreesboro,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 21, 2026.

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.

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.

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