Plant Automation Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Seeking experienced Automation Engineer with extensive hands-on skills in implementing electrical and automation projects. Candidate will report to the Maintenance Manager and will work closely with operational units in a steel mill environment. Position will include developing and managing capital expense projects (CAPEX) from inception to completion. The candidate will support process optimization efforts throughout the facility. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience troubleshooting technical issues related to industrial and manufacturing equipment. This position requires a strong understanding of safety policies and standards that are applicable for industrial operations. The Engineer will be leading and participating in many team orientated work groups. The candidate is to be process-oriented and can adapt to a fast-paced and changing environment. Strong leadership, communications, data collection and presentation skills are required.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide technical coordination and support in the operating and capital expense management processes by initiating and running projects using the capital expense (CAPEX) project, equipment monitoring, stabilization, and improvements.

Responsible for detailed engineering work in the areas of instrumentation, PLC, power distribution, and equipment integration which includes electrical design, power distribution design, and automation system design.

Provide Technical Support for Operations working closely with leaders on Operational Improvements.

Trouble Shooting of Existing Equipment and Processes.

Develop and refine engineering procedures.

Process sample and data collection and interpretation.

Benchmark other Gerdau Mills bringing back Best practices.

Implement new technology.

Train and develop technical operations.

Conduct Technical Studies to support CAPEX investments.

Support process improvement projects where applicable.

Participate in the development of Annual Action Plans.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

5+ Years of Industrial, Hands-On Experience planning and installing electrical equipment and automation controls.

ISA Certified Automation Professional Certification (Preferred)

Demonstrated project management experience which includes planning, budgeting, design, execution, scheduling, procurement, installation and startup of electrical controls equipment and instrumentation.

Experience in troubleshooting and optimizing the performance of electrical control systems on production machines and equipment.

Knowledgeable in Industrial Safety and Construction Methods.

Demonstrated advanced skills in all Microsoft software such as Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. and advanced drawing skills with Auto-Cad.

Knowledge of equipment, machine design standards and specifications and machine safety design, including ANSI, ASTM, FM, NFPA, and IEC.

Knowledge of NFPA-70 and NFPA-70E.

Knowledge of OSHA requirements and standards.

Knowledge of database systems for process control applications.

Installation and strong programming capability with Rockwell Automation PLC systems.

Working knowledge of automation communication systems.

Installation set up and troubleshooting abilities with AC and DC drives and motors.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

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