Industrial Controls Engineer

Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation - Cartersville, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cartersville, GA

Management of Companies and Enterprises

About the position

The Sr. Industrial Controls Engineer will play a crucial role in managing data acquisition software within a manufacturing environment, specifically in the metal industry or heavy manufacturing sectors. This position requires a motivated individual who can work autonomously, take ownership of critical tasks, and drive innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency and safety in steel production processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or modify control system software to meet evolving company production requirements or goals.
• Determine the root cause of control system problems and develop effective corrective actions.
• Ensure stability and availability of control system hardware and software by thorough and precise maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Work with other engineers responsible for interconnected systems to assist their troubleshooting efforts.
• Provide technical support for maintenance personnel as required.
• Manage projects and contractors as required.

Requirements

• BS in Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering preferred OR HS Diploma/GED and 5 years of related experience in a manufacturing plant.
• 3+ years of experience with industrial automation controls and object-oriented software development.
• Experience in the metal industry or heavy manufacturing such as Power, Pulp & Paper, Chemical, Raw Materials, etc.
• Experience with iBA software preferred, focusing on data acquisition software.
• Knowledge of programming languages and/or technologies including: VB.Net, HTML, C, C#, Python, SCADA.
• Familiarity with databases such as Microsoft SQL and/or Oracle.
• HMI experience with platforms like Ignition, Wonderware, Simotion, or iFix.
• Experience with industrial process automation communications including Ethernet IP, Profinet, Profibus.
• Networking fundamentals and systems set-up.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with server management and virtual machine hosting.

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
• Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Bonus
• Health Advocate Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Career Path System and Professional Training