Automation Controls Engineer

Steel Dynamics, Inc; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aluminum Dynamics Inc. is seeking construction utilities and future operators for our Columbus, Mississippi area green field state-of-the-art Aluminum UBC Recycling and Casting facility.

The role involves engineering, developing, and maintaining supervisory automation systems to support complex aluminum manufacturing processes, including unloading equipment, light fabrication, and equipment installation. The successful candidate will maintain automation models, SQL servers, and plant data

Qualifications

• Engineering or CS degree required (4-year).
• 3–5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in C#, SQL Server, Windows Server, and UI design.
• Strong oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop automation models & SQL servers.
• Maintain and support networking infrastructure.
• Develop process automation with operations and electrical personnel.
• Provide 24/7 support for production systems.
• Ensure robust data capturing with plant systems/technologies.
• Coordinate technical projects with operations and contractors.
• Work safely and adhere to safety requirements in the mill.

Skills

C#

SQL Server Management

Windows Server

UI Design

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

4-year degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

SQL

VMware

PLC Experience

Network Infrastructure

Job description

Aluminum Dynamics

Aluminum Dynamics Inc. is seeking construction utilities and future operators for our Columbus Mississippi area green field state-of-the-art Aluminum UBC Recycling and Casting facility. Successful applicants will provide construction support, unloading equipment, light fabrication, and installing equipment. The position will transition into Mobile equipment and Operator positions as commissioning, and startup begins in transportation, material handling, melting, and casting areas.

Responsible for engineering, developing, optimizing, supporting and maintaining supervisory automation systems that support complex aluminum manufacturing processes.

• Maintain and develop automation models & SQL servers
• Maintain and support networking infrastructure
• Develop process automation with the assistance of operations and electrical personnel
• Provide 24/7 support for production systems
• Ensure robust data capturing with plant systems/technologies
• Coordinate technical projects with operations and contractors
• Work safely and adhere to all safety requirements while performing tasks in the mill

Required

• 4-year degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
• C#, SQL Server Management, Windows Server, UI Design Experience
• Legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility is required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is NOT available.
• Work effectively, with communication skills, both oral and written, to convey information at all levels in and out of the organization.
• 3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Understanding of structured problem-solving methods and how to apply them.

Preferred

• SQL, Network Infrastructure, PLC Experience
• VMware administrative experience
• Metals industry experience for sheet production
• Initiative-Taking, Diligence, Communication, Problem Solving, Creativity, Methodical, Organized
• Understanding of networks and components used to control access to automation systems.

Steel Dynamics, Inc., and all affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers.