Automation Specialist

Commercial Metals Company; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits coverage

PTO day 1

401(k) match

Job summary

Commercial Metals Company (CMC) is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support automation and process control across its facilities. You’ll work with PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, instrumentation, and related systems.

Candidates should have database and programming skills and be able to program SQL and Crystal Reports; Siemens or Allen-Bradley PLCs and Wonderware/Intouch experience is a plus. Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering preferred; on-site in Martinsburg, WV with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Level II and PLC equipment (Siemens/Allen Bradley, VFDs, HMIs)
• Solid understanding of databases and programming languages
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred

Responsibilities

• Proficient in database management and programming
• Assist in maintaining Variable Frequency Drives, Programmable Logic Controllers, Instrumentation, Process computers and related equipment
• Able to program SQL and Crystal Reports; Siemen's 7 PLC and Intouch-Wonderware
• Ability to maintain and modify Graphical User Interface Programs (HMI)
• Understanding Level II interfaces with Level 1 PLC systems, OWS, HMIs and SAP
• Proactively seek new automation solutions to improve consistency and efficiency
• Communicate effectively with appropriate departments/individuals
• General knowledge of Steel Mill Process

Skills

Database management

Programming

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

VFDs

HMI

SQL

Crystal Reports

Intouch-Wonderware

SAP interfaces

Job description

There’s more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it’s the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:

• Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision, Dental
• Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
• 4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan
• Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Advancement Opportunities

Why This Job

CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you’ll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.

What You'll Do

• Proficient in database management and programming
• Assist in maintaining Variable Frequency Drives, Programmable Logic Controllers, Instrumentation, Process computers and related equipment
• Able to program SQL and Crystal Reports; Siemen's 7 PLC and Intouch-Wonderware
• Ability to maintain and modify Graphical User Interface Programs (HMI)
• Through understanding of Level II system interfaces with Level 1 PLC systems, the OWS, HMI's and SAP
• Proactively seek new automation solutions to improve consistency and efficiency
• Ability to communicate effectively with appropriate departments/individuals
• General knowledge of Steel Mill Process

What You'll Need

• Must possess knowledge and skills pertinent to the Levell II and PLC equipment (Siemens and/or Allen Bradley PLC's, VFD's, HMI's
• Must have a solid understanding of databases and programming languages

Your Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred

We are CMC, a Fortune 500 company at the leading edge of our industry. Our construction reinforcement and steel products have supported construction projects and structures around the world. The secret to our success? We’ve built our legacy by assembling a team of innovators and doers to tackle some of the most challenging construction reinforcement problems facing our world for more than 100 years — and we’re just getting started.

If you’re ready to join a team working to make our industry more sustainable, support the bridges, roadways, buildings and infrastructure that connects our communities, and do meaningful work, you’re ready to joinCMC.

CMC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, or other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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