Automation Engineer – Industrial Controls & Systems

Factory Automation Jobs; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel Dynamics Melt Shop in Columbus, MS seeks an EAF Automation Engineer to update controls, HMIs, and OSs, while troubleshooting processes and RSLogix related issues. You will configure industrial networks and drive continual improvements alongside Level 1/2 engineers.

The role requires 3–5 years in the metals industry, strong PLC skills, and a proactive attitude toward safety and training others. On-site responsibilities include collaborating across teams to meet project timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor1s degree in Electrical Engineering/Automation/CS or equivalent.
• 315 years in metals industry (Steel Dynamics, Inc.).
• Strong PLC experience and networking skills.
• Willingness to learn and train others.
• Excellent safety record.

Responsibilities

• Update controls, HMIs, OS1s, prints, etc.

Skills

Safety awareness

PLC experience

Communication skills

Multitask

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor1s Degree in Electrical Engineering/Automation/CS

Tools

RSLogix

RSLinks

Asset Center

Ignition

Kepware

SQL

PowerFlex

AutoCAD

Job description

Steel Dynamics Melt Shop in Columbus, MS seeks an EAF Automation Engineer to update controls, HMIs, and OSs, while troubleshooting processes and RSLogix related issues. You will configure industrial networks and drive continual improvements alongside Level 1/2 engineers.

The role requires 3–5 years in the metals industry, strong PLC skills, and a proactive attitude toward safety and training others. On-site responsibilities include collaborating across teams to meet project timelines.