Automation Engineer L1

Tenova S.p.A.; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Vision insurance

Remote work

Company Gym

Job summary

Tenova Inc. seeks a professional to join its Automation Department in an international and challenging setting. The role covers electrical/instrumentation design and process control software development, spanning the full project life-cycle from sales support to commissioning.

The candidate will design PLC/HMI software, prepare functional specifications, and collaborate with clients and suppliers to ensure successful delivery, with travel up to 20% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in automation or control systems.
• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic and motor controls.
• Programming experience with PLCs and HMIs as listed.
• Able to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Software design for PLCs and HMIs for controlling high-tech industrial equipment.
• Develop functional design specification from contract technical specs.
• Develop and test control system software prior to delivery.
• Install and commission control system at customer site.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers and departments to ensure integrated design.
• Travel up to 20%.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Siemens S7

Rockwell ControlLogix

GE

Wonderware

Interacty X

RSView

WinCC

Job description

About Tenova

Tenova, a Techint Group company, is a worldwide partner for sustainable, innovative and reliable solutions in the metals and also through the well‑known TAKRAF and DELKOR brands in the mining industries. Tenova leverages a workforce of over 2,500 forward‑thinking professionals located in 18 countries across 5 continents, who design technologies and develop services that help companies reduce costs, save energy, limit environmental impact and improve working conditions.

Job Description

We are looking for a Professional willing to join our Automation Department of Tenova Inc., with a motivation to work within an international and challenging environment. The Automation Department of Tenova Inc. supports the metals industry with a broad scope of services including process control and automation systems.

Activities will include electrical/instrumentation design/specification as well as process control software development. A key component of the work will be to apply advanced process control methods to industrial systems. This position will be involved in the full project life‑cycle: sales support, design, implementation and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Software design for PLCs and HMIs for controlling high‑tech industrial equipment
• Develop functional design specification for control system based upon the as‑sold contract technical specification
• Develop and execute an efficient software program based on the functional description
• Interact with client and third‑party suppliers, as well as other internal departments
• Prepare equipment purchase specifications for all computer hardware and software required for the control system
• Develop, customize and test the control system software prior to delivery to customer
• Install and implement the control system at customer site
• Solid problem‑solving skills and is proficient with Electrical and Controls troubleshooting techniques and tools
• Assist the project manager with technical expertise that may be required throughout the project
• Coordinate with other engineers, designers and departments to ensure integrated design
• Travel up to 20%

Required Profile

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience
• An understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic and motor controls
• Programming experience:
  • PLCs: Siemens S7, Rockwell ControlLogix, GE
  • HMIs: Wonderware, Interacty X, RSView, WinCC
• Must be able to interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels within and outside of the organization
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high‑pressure environment
• Proven analytical, evaluative and problem‑solving abilities
• Demonstrated time‑management skills necessary to simultaneously manage multiple projects
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Preferred Skills or Experience

• Experience in SAP
• Experience working for an engineering company
• Work experience involving material handling applications, combustion applications and advanced process control techniques is desirable
• Experience directly related to the steel industry is a plus

Salary

$80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Remote work
• Company Gym

Schedule

• 8 hour shift

Work Location

Pittsburgh, PA 15108

Education

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

Engineering: 2 years (Required)

At all times, employees shall follow properly authorized procedures and reasonable instructions; participate in maintaining safe working conditions; practice, promote and uphold the principle of fair and equitable access to personal development and training; and assist in the prevention of workplace harassment and discrimination.

Required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.