About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This Buildings & Systems Engineering Specialist will support the design, installation, operation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, automation, and conveying systems in an industrial/operational facility for our confidential client.

• Direct and coordinate fabrication, installation, startup, maintenance, and repair of machinery, conveyors, motors, drives, controls, and automation equipment
• Support electrical system work: power distribution, wiring, lighting, motor and drive systems, and control panels
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and automation system failures and lead corrective actions to restore operations quickly
• Analyze equipment performance and recommend modifications to improve reliability, throughput, and safety
• Support automation integration, PLC/HMI changes, and controls testing alongside vendors and operations teams
• Create and maintain technical documentation, specifications, drawings, SOPs, and maintenance plans
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and root-cause analyses to reduce downtime and cost
• Evaluate equipment and processes for compliance with safety and regulatory standards and support hazard assessments

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial, Automation Engineering or a related technical field — or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Entry-level to early-career engineering experience supporting industrial equipment, automation systems, conveying systems, or electrical infrastructure
• Internship, co-op, or hands-on project experience with automation, controls, manufacturing, logistics, or industrial engineering is a strong plus
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
• Familiarity with PLCs, motor control, drives, and industrial safety standards is preferred

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Schedule, Location & Authorization

• Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 PM – 5:00 AM (night shift); candidates must be available to work this schedule
• Location: Strathmoor Manor, KY — must reside in the area or be willing to relocate at your own expense
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (U.S. Citizen, permanent resident, or authorized worker)

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Compensation & Employment Type

• Hourly pay: $23.00 per hour
• Employee Type: Permanent, full-time
• For union-represented roles, wage rates and benefits are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

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Working with Others

• You will collaborate daily with operations, maintenance, vendors, project stakeholders, and engineering leadership
• Provide technical guidance, participate in design and project reviews, and prepare analyses and recommendations for management

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Notes on Safety & Compliance

• Support and promote a culture of safety by following established procedures and participating in risk assessments and corrective actions
• Ensure engineering solutions meet company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.