Gerdau North America

Automation Controls Process Improvement Engineer

LocationPetersburg, VA
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

Are you ready to seize an exhilarating, hands-on opportunity to leave your mark on a variety of automation projects involving software, hardware, and process improvements in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Join Gerdau, the first North American steel company to achieve B Corp Certification, and contribute to producing steel bars with the lowest embodied carbon in the U.S. Elevate your career with Gerdau, where your curiosity, imagination, and expertise will drive our ongoing transformation into the future.

Great earning potential plus an annual bonus. Relocation assistance within U.S. may be offered.


We Have

A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the auto industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and creates products that serve humanity.
An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
A Career Path System and Training.


We Offer

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
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Career Path System and Training


Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering with 6-7 years manufacturing experience OR in lieu of education, 10 years work manufacturing experience programming PLC's.
Strong knowledge of AC/DC controls and motors and drives.
Ability to oversee electrical projects equipment, systems, etc. including elements of design, implementation, maintenance, and operational and safety standards.
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 troubleshoot equipment problems resulting from automation, communication, or HMI issues and implement strong corrective measures.
Must be comfortable using MS Office, data acquisition software (IBA/PDA preferred).
Must be willing to work in both an office setting and hands on in the field.


Your Purpose

You will be responsible for rolling mill automation, training, troubleshooting major failures, software back-up, research, development, improvement and testing of electrical/electronic components, equipment, and systems. The position works closely with production and maintenance personnel, as well as management to ensure continuous operation and continuous improvement of equipment, and processes. The position reports to the Maintenance General Foreman.


Your Work

Modify PLCs to help support the operations process, with PLC experience on one or more of the following:
GE innovation series controllers
Toshiba NV controllers
RX3i controllers
GE Genius Block I/O networks
Siemens S7/TIA
Allen Bradley PLC
Modify HMI to help support the operations process, with HMI programming experience on one or more of the following:
GE Cimplicity
Ignition
WIN CC
Rockwell Automation
Electrical and network experience on one or more of the following:
IBA Analytical tools
Computer networking
Cisco switching/router configuration
ABB LV and MV drives

Keywords: BSEE, Electrical Engineer, Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Process Engineer, automation, programming, control systems, PLC, HMI, SCADA, hydraulics, pneumatics, AC/CD, drives, motors, steel, metals, manufacturing

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com

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