Automation Engineering Technician 3rd Shift

ATI - Allegheny Technologies Incorporated; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Automation Engineering Technician to join their team in Cudahy, WI. This pivotal role involves monitoring and troubleshooting automated systems to ensure optimal performance and safety in a dynamic production environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a solid foundation in electrical engineering, contributing to continuous improvement efforts and collaborating with skilled trades. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will play a crucial role in overcoming complex challenges and driving operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in electrical engineering technology or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication skills required for reporting and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Monitor automated systems and troubleshoot issues promptly.
• Assist in production and ensure safety of coworkers and equipment.
• Generate reports on system performance and maintenance activities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Education

Associate’s degree in electrical engineering technology

5+ years of electrical engineering experience

Tools

SCADA systems

PLCs

HMI panels

DCS

Job description

Description

Proven to Perform.
From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform -- and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us.

ATI is currently seeking an Automation Engineering Technician for 3rd Shift to join our Cudahy, WI facility. This position is responsible for monitoring our automated systems and troubleshooting with our staff when issues arise. It will also include helping to facilitate production and communicating with staff engineers to resolve issues and improve together. By performing these functions, the electrical engineer technician ensures the smooth and efficient operation of an automated heat treatment plant, preventing downtime and optimizing the plant’s electrical systems for safety and performance. Strong communication through reports and status updates are required.

Essential Functions:

1. Monitor automated systems for alarms and warnings.
2. Troubleshoot system and correct issues to also include a report.
3. Work on continuous improvement efforts through offering ideas and contributing to solutions.
4. Assist in facilitating production and step in when necessary to ensure safety of coworkers and equipment.
5. Cross-train to other plant departments to assist in troubleshooting efforts.
6. Liaison with skilled trades and management to coordinate tasks and projects.
7. Respond to emergency breakdowns and assist in diagnosing electrical failures in automation systems.
8. Monitor SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems to oversee plant performance and diagnostics.
9. Occasional weekends required to support 24/7 operations.
10. Maintain and troubleshoot the plant's automation systems, including PLCs, HMI (Human-Machine Interface) panels, and DCS (Distributed Control Systems).
11. Maintain proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures when performing maintenance or repairs on electrical systems.
12. Generate reports on system performance, maintenance activities, and any electrical incidents.

Basic Requirements:

1. Associate’s degree in electrical engineering technology or 5+ years of electrical engineering experience.
2. Strong written and verbal communication skills required.

We thrive when the expectations are great, and the barriers are high. We're solving the world's most difficult challenges through materials science. Our advanced, integrated process technologies and proven performers give us a tremendous competitive advantage. When customers systems need to fly higher, dig deeper, stand stronger, and last longer -- anywhere on, above or below the earth -- ATI is proven to perform.

*It is ATI's policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company's positions.

ATI and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.