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Automation Controls Engineer
$120,000 - $120,000/Yr
Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation - Petersburg, VA
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Petersburg, VA
Management of Companies and Enterprises
About the position
The position involves working on various projects related to rolling mill automation in a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on analyzing trends, troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring continuous operation and improvement of electrical and electronic systems. It offers an opportunity to grow within a supportive and innovative culture at Gerdau.
Responsibilities
- Modify PLCs to support operations processes.
- Modify HMI to support operations processes.
- Oversee electrical products, equipment, and systems including design, implementation, maintenance, and safety standards.
- Troubleshoot equipment problems related to automation, communication, or HMI issues.
- Collaborate with production and maintenance personnel to ensure continuous operation and improvement of equipment and processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering with 3-5 years of manufacturing experience, or 10 years of manufacturing experience programming PLCs in lieu of education.
- Strong knowledge of AC/DC controls, motors, and drives.
- Prior experience with programming PLCs and developing ladder logic on Rockwell and Siemens S7-1516.
- Solid understanding of PLC communication protocols (Profibus and Profinet preferred).
- Ability to use MS Office and data acquisition software (IBA/PDA preferred).
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with GE innovation series controllers, Toshiba NV controllers, RX3i controllers, GE Genius Block I/O networks, Siemens S7/TIA, and Allen Bradley PLCs.
- Experience with HMI programming on GE Cimplicity, Ignition, WIN CC, and Rockwell Automation.
- Electrical and network experience with IBA Analytical tools, computer networking, and Cisco switching/router configuration.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans - Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Annual Bonus
- Health Advocate Services
- Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
