Automation Engineer - Level 1 Systems Rolling Mills

SMS group Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SMS group Inc. in Pittsburgh seeks an Automation Engineer - Level 1 Systems Rolling Mills to design and implement Level 1 control systems for hot and cold rolling mills.

You will program, test, and commission systems, collaborating with project management and engineering teams to deliver robust automation solutions. The role requires hands-on problem solving, willingness to travel to job sites, and the ability to work in multicultural, international environments while mentoring others and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ engineering experience in metals or similar industry.
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Level 1 control systems based on project requirements and SMS standards.
• Program Level 1 control systems from detailed function descriptions for project equipment.
• Collaborate with project management, mechanical engineering, and Level 2 teams.
• Lead on-site commissioning and startup of Level 1 control systems for new plants.
• Provide training to customer personnel in maintenance and troubleshooting best practices.
• Provide remote and on-site service support for existing systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers

Job description

Automation Engineer - Level 1 Systems Rolling Mills

About this position

Summary

Support, program, test, and commission Level 1 control systems for new and existing installations of Hot and Cold Rolling Mills.

As a flat rolling Level 1 Engineer, you will play a critical role in delivering and supporting world-class automation solutions for rolling mill installations across global markets, working within a collaborative engineering team at the forefront of metals industry technology.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and implement Level 1 control systems based on project requirements, SMS standards, and reference projects
• Program Level 1 control systems from detailed function descriptions for project-specific equipment
• Gain hands‑on mentorship from industry veterans while building specialized expertise in rolling technology and control system design
• Collaborate with project management, mechanical engineering, and Level 2 engineering teams
• Participate in integration testing to ensure system readiness before shipment to the job site
• Lead on‑site commissioning and startup of Level 1 control systems for new plant installations
• Train customer personnel in maintenance and troubleshooting best practices
• Provide remote and on‑site service support for existing systems, partnering with engineers across the organization
• Operate with autonomy — take ownership of broad objectives and apply your expertise independently

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an engineering role in metals or a similar industry
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers
• Be willing to travel to support the project work.
• Strong problem solving skills especially while under time pressure during commissioning
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural, international environments
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Physical Demands

• General office work
• Ability to travel to support project work
• Frequently required to stand, walk and sit
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Office conditions
• Varying site conditions that could include:
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Possible risk of electrical shock
• The noise level in the work environment usually is loud

What we offer

Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid vacation, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more!

What we do

SMS group is the leading partner in the world of metals. We are an original equipment supplier offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology, and heat treatment plants - all from a single source.

SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.