Nucor Corporation

Industrial Automation Engineer

Nucor Corporation$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Automation Engineering (or equivalent)
  • 2+ years of industrial electrical maintenance and automation experience in the steel industry
  • Proficient in using Oracle (ERP), Minitab, VBA, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, and AutoCAD
  • Experience with PLCs and HMI platforms including Siemens S7, TIA Portal, and WinCC
  • Knowledge of industrial process automation networking protocols (Ethernet IP, Profinet, Profibus, Controlnet)

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement new automation systems while upgrading existing ones.
  • Troubleshoot and modify PLC and HMI systems along with industrial communication networks.
  • Analyze failures in PLCs and provide feasible modifications in control logic.
  • Develop control systems using PLCs and advanced HMI programming.
  • Create and maintain network layouts for control systems and data management.
  • Conduct training sessions and develop standard operating procedures for automation processes.
  • Collaborate with electrical and mechanical teams to enhance process efficiency.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive safety training and a strong safety culture.
  • Opportunities for continual professional development and improvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Details

Division: Nucor Steel Lexington

Location: Lexington, NC, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Basic Job Functions:

Nucor Steel Lexington is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Industrial Automation Engineer. Duties include:

  • Design, implement, and configure new automation systems, upgrade older machinery to new control platforms, and upgrade existing manufacturing lines.
  • Troubleshoot and modify level 1 systems including PLCs, HMIs, industrial communication networks, distributed remote I/O, drives and motor controls, hydraulic controls, etc.
  • Perform deep analysis of failures in Programable Logic Controller (PLC) and evaluation of feasible solutions including modifications in control logic.
  • Develop control systems utilizing programmable logic controller (PLC) such as (S7 300, S7 400, S7 1515F)/ Human-Machine Interface (HMI) platforms including Aveva Intouch, Allen-Bradley, Siemens S7, TIA Portal, WinCC and programming packages.
  • Design and maintain Network layouts/topologies for various protocols, including Profinet for Level 1 systems and TCP/IP for CCTV and level 2 systems.
  • Develop an Optical fiber network ring, as well as specified and maintained fiber types and accessories to ensure optimal system performance.
  • Responsible for Industrial process automation networking to connect equipment and devices for data communication and control (ie; Ethernet IP, Profinet, Profibus, Controlnet).
  • Responsible for using Oracle (equivalent to Enterprise Resource Planning "ERP" System), Minitab, VBA, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD.
  • Configure, troubleshoot, and use Windows Operating Systems, Networking, virtualization and Databases for Control System Applications to keep L2/L1 applications running and automation systems in order.
  • Responsible for conducting training and developing standard operating procedures.
  • Increase efficiency within level 1 automation systems and ensure the optimum performance of equipment for plant operations through continual improvement initiatives.
  • Define and approve all engineering for new automation projects (basic and detail).
  • Work closely with Electrical and Mechanical Maintenance and Production teams to optimize the processes and develop/implement future improvement plans.
  • Develop automation system trainings for teammates.
  • Define required spare parts for automation systems, develop suppliers and define inventory levels.


To apply: please apply online at https://nucor.com/careers.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must have a Bachelor's or foreign equivalent degree in Electrical, Electronic or Automation Engineering and two (2) years of industrial electrical maintenance and automation experience in the steel industry.
  • Experience must include:
    • Experience with Oracle (equivalent to Enterprise Resource Planning "ERP" System), Minitab, VBA, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD.
    • Developing control systems utilizing programmable logic controller (PLC's including S7 300, S7 400, S7 1515F)/Human Machine Interface (HMI) platforms including Siemens S7, TIA Portal, WinCC and programming packages.
    • Industrial process automation networking to connect equipment and devices for data communication and control (ie; Ethernet IP, Profinet, Profibus, Controlnet, etc.).
    • Configuring, troubleshooting and using Windows Operating Systems, Networking, virtualization and Databases for Control System Applications.
    • Designing, implementing, and configurating new automation systems, upgrading older machinery to new control platforms, and upgrading existing manufacturing lines.


Preferred Qualifications:

About Nucor Corporation

Nucor Corporation is engaged in the manufacture and sale of steel and steel products. The Company operates in two business segments: steel mills and steel products. Principal products from the steel mills segment include hot-rolled steel and cold-rolled steel. Steel mills segment’s hot-rolled steel products include angles, rounds, flats, channels, sheet, wide-flange beams, pilings, billets, blooms, beam blanks and plate. Principal products from the steel products segment include steel joists and joist girders, steel deck, cold finished steel, steel fasteners, metal building systems and light gauge steel framing. In March 2008, Nucor Corporation completed the acquisition of SHV North America Corporation, which owns 100% of The David J. Joseph Company (DJJ) and related affiliates. In April 2008, Nucor Corporation completed the acquisition of substantially all the assets of Metal Recycling Services Inc. MRS will operate under the name, Metal Recycling Services, LLC.

Nucor Corporation Careers

Join the vibrant team at Nucor Corporation, a leader in the steel production industry, known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. At Nucor, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and personal achievement.

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Learn more about Nucor Corporation
Size
28,800 employees
Market Cap
$35.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$721.4 million
Founded
1940
5 Year Trend
+17.6%
Revenue
$20.1 billion
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