[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Altria Group jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/altria-group/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Altria Group · Richmond, United States # Controls Engineer Richmond, United States Operations Listed on Altria Group’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Altria Group’s careers site →](https://careers.altria.com/job/Controls-Engineer/3370-en_US) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Altria Group](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/altria-group/) / Controls Engineer ## Job description Are you seeking a leadership opportunity that involves providing equipment and system engineering solutions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? If so, then we have an opportunity for you! We are currently seeking a highly qualified Senior Manufacturing [Controls] Engineer II to join us at U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company (USSTC) in Richmond, VA. The location will reside within the Richmond area supporting both Manufacturing and Processing operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams. This role will be expected to support troubleshooting and resolution of factory system and equipment issues, offer second-tier technical support, and provide technical expertise to support new equipment installations. ### What you will be doing Actively troubleshoot and problem-solve new process and packing equipment. This may include working on customized equipment and building capability to support both existing and new product platforms. Support reliability initiatives as directed to ensure systems operate dependably by minimizing failures through root cause analysis, predictive maintenance, and failure prevention strategies. Analyze process data to evaluate process health and performance of PLC controlled equipment. Experience with trending software preferred. Develop and deploy control system improvements to enhance process capability to meet product requirements and business demand. Analyze and apply problem solving techniques to develop and implement improvements for methods, processes, products, systems, documentation, and equipment. Contribute to major programs/projects which require coordination by technical personnel. What we want you to have: Undergraduate degree in an engineering field is required. Minimum 6-8 years of experience in manufacturing, factory controls support, and demonstrated troubleshooting in PLC’s/machine controls. Experience with Allen Bradley ControlLogix, Allen Bradley drives and servo controllers, Beckhoff PLC platforms, vision systems, FactoryTalk View and AssetCentre, and barcode readers is strongly preferred. Experience and ability to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment. Strong communication and leadership skills. Provide technical support during normal and off-business hours (including weekends/holidays) to ensure that processing and manufacturing meet business needs. At U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company, we recognize that our people are the reason we achieve our business goals. We believe in developing the leadership potential of our employees by providing them with opportunities for training, development, and advancement. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Richmond, United States[Apply on Altria Group’s careers site →](https://careers.altria.com/job/Controls-Engineer/3370-en_US) ## More jobs at Altria Group ### [AC Utility Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/altria-group/jobs/8eba8e2872a025d8021a/) Richmond, United States ### [Business Unit Leader (Team Lead)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/altria-group/jobs/0f4bdac1848ea3b99a63/) Richmond, United States ### [Senior Controls Engineer I](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/altria-group/jobs/5cf2fcf53cf129447dd2/) Richmond, United States ### [Senior Safety Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/altria-group/jobs/2fac6abc07234d4144f0/) Richmond, United States ### [Associate Analyst Manufacturing](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/altria-group/jobs/90503b6d4159549a80c6/) Richmond, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [HVAC Building Controls Systems Controls Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/johnson-controls-international/jobs/60c5346b2e0e0cf05349/) Johnson Controls International · Indianapolis-Indiana-United States of America ### [Controls Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/d73c6798e34ebab6a93f/) Aramark · Milford, MI, US ### [Controls Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/4ec6ea584c0ede9a3bad/) Aramark · Warren, MI, US ### [Senior Controls Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/81dcea4e896392ea3f10/) Hitachi · Greenville, SC, United States ### [Senior Controls Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/6d3af41ea2f638c35cba/) Hitachi · Nashville, TN, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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