Process Engineer-Automation & Material Handling

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and provide ongoing support for automated and semi-automated material handling solutions, including conveyor systems, robotics, automated guided vehicles, gantries, lifts, and transfer mechanisms.
• Support the integration of automation and material handling solutions with manufacturing processes, utilities, and overall facility infrastructure.
• Create and maintain system and process documentation such as process flow diagrams, system layouts, equipment specifications, and automation system architectures.
• Assist with the evaluation, selection, specification, and procurement of automation equipment, material handling hardware, sensors, control components, and associated systems.
• Work closely with controls, electrical, mechanical, and facilities engineering teams to ensure automation systems are fully integrated and aligned with operational requirements.
• Perform process evaluations, simulations, and throughput analyses to improve material flow, system capacity, reliability, and safety performance.
• Support automation development efforts, including sensor selection, control strategy development, data acquisition implementation, and system verification and validation.
• Assist with quality assurance activities, including inspections, testing, and documentation reviews, to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation efficiency, system reliability, and safe operation.
• Participate in hazard analyses and safety assessments related to automated equipment, robotics, and material handling operations.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians supporting automation and material handling systems.
• Collaborate within cross-functional teams to standardize automation approaches, engineering workflows, and documentation practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechatronics, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline from an ABET EAC–accredited program is required.
• Five or more years of relevant professional experience is preferred; advanced degrees may substitute for a portion of the experience requirement.
• Strongly preferred experience with robotics, conveyor systems, automated guided vehicles, automated storage and retrieval systems, or comparable material handling technologies.
• Experience designing, developing, or supporting automated process systems, including sensors, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to create, review, and interpret system and process documentation such as layouts, equipment specifications, and flow diagrams.
• Experience supporting equipment installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting during operations.
• Working knowledge of applicable safety codes, standards, and regulations related to automation and material handling systems.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and methods for improving throughput and material flow efficiency.
• Experience using 2D and or 3D engineering and manufacturing software tools is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Location/Work Arrangement

This position is a fully onsite position in Oak Ridge, TN. Full-time, Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week.

Benefits

BGS offers a competitive total compensation package to eligible employees. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K, Long and Short-Term Disability.

EEO

BGS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Exclusive Agreement Disclaimer

BGS has standing contracts with federal agencies throughout the United States. We require an affirmative exclusive agreement to represent all candidates to our clients. By submitting this application, you are consenting to allow BGS to represent you as a candidate for the role in which you are applying.

Schedule

Schedule is full-time, Monday – Friday 40-hour week.