Electrical Controls Engineer

Torrey Holistics; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, prescription, &

Dental & Vision coverage

100% 401K match up to 6%

Life/Accidental life Insurance

Short/Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Path System & Training

Job summary

Gerdau is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to lead rollings mill automation projects, troubleshoot major failures, and drive continuous improvement across electrical and control systems. You will work with production and maintenance to ensure reliable operations and safety compliance.

The role emphasizes PLC programming, HMI enhancements, and experienced integration of Siemens, Allen Bradley, and GE control platforms to optimize throughput and equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering with 5 years manufacturing experience programming PLCs.
• Strong knowledge of AC/DC controls and motors and drives.
• Ability to oversee electrical projects from design through safety compliant operation.

Responsibilities

• Modify PLCs to support operations using GE, Toshiba, RX3i, GE Genius I/O networks, Siemens S7/TIA, and Allen Bradley PLCs.
• Modify HMI to support operations with Cimplicity, Ignition, WINCC, or Rockwell software.
• Troubleshoot automation, communication, or HMI issues and implement corrective actions.
• Lead failure analysis, planning, and major equipment modification projects for continuous improvement.

Skills

PLC Troubleshooting

Industrial Engineering

SCADA Experience

PLC Programming

Machine Vision Systems

Electrical Schematic Reading

Electrical / Electronic Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens

Allen Bradley

Job description

Electrical Controls Engineer - Level IAre you ready to seize an exhilarating, hands-on opportunity to leave your mark on a variety of automation projects involving software, hardware, and process improvements in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Join Gerdau, the first North American steel company to achieve B Corp Certification, and contribute to producing steel bars with the lowest embodied carbon in the U.S. Elevate your career with Gerdau, where your curiosity, imagination, and expertise will drive our ongoing transformation into the future.We Have:A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the auto industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and creates products that serve humanity.An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.A Career Path System and Training.We Offer:Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hireHealth & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)100% Matching 401K up to 6%Life/Accidental Life InsuranceShort Term & Long-Term Disability InsuranceAnnual BonusHealth Advocate ServicesPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramCareer Path System and TrainingQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering with 5 years manufacturing experience programming PLC's.Strong knowledge of AC/DC controls and motors and drives.Ability to oversee electrical projects equipment, systems, etc. including elements of design, implementation, maintenance, and operational and safety standards.Prior experience with programming PLCs and developing ladder logic on Rockwell and Siemens S7-1516.Solid understanding of PLC communication protocols (Profibus and Profinet preferred).Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems resulting from automation, communication, or HMI issues and implement strong corrective measures.Must be comfortable using MS Office, data acquisition software (IBA/PDA preferred).Must be willing to work in both an office setting and hands on in the field.Must be able to translate operator requests into actionable automation items.Detailed oriented, creative thinker,Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex system tests.Ability to communicate well with operators, maintenance, and members of the leadership team.Your Purpose:You will be responsible for rolling mill automation, training, troubleshooting major failures, software back-up, research, development, improvement and testing of electrical/electronic components, equipment, and systems. The position works closely with production and maintenance personnel, as well as management to ensure continuous operation and continuous improvement of equipment, and processes. The position reports to the Maintenance General Foreman.Your Work:Modify PLCs to help support the operations process, with PLC experience on one or more of the following:GE innovation series controllersToshiba NV controllersRX3i controllersGE Genius Block I/O networksSiemens S7/TIAAllen Bradley PLCModify HMI to help support the operations process, with HMI programming experience on one or more of the following:GE CimplicityIgnitionWIN CCRockwell AutomationElectrical and network experience on one or more of the following:IBA Analytical toolsComputer networkingCisco switching/router configurationABB LV and MV drivesPrincipal Accountabilities:Lead initiatives to improve HMI based on operational needsLead initiatives to improve automation stabilityLead action plan items to help eliminate delays due to automation and automated processesBe engaged in the process to find and address opportunities for increased throughput, improved instrumentation, improved reliability of existing instrumentation, and improved system response to instrument feedback.Continue to improve the alarm reporting and functionality for the operator and maintenance.Collect, analyze, and report asset performance and work with teams to implement methods to improve performance and sustain existing efficiencies.Develop solutions and provide recommendations for major equipment modifications, renovations, installations, additions, and replacements to facilitate continuous improvement.Support planning and scheduling standard processes to effectively execute all down-days and outages.Participate in Failure Analysis on maintenance and operational issues.Assist with Annual Action Planning process.Gerdau will only employ those who are legally eligible to immediately work in the U.S. without any current or potentially need for future sponsorship.You should be proficient in:PLC Troubleshooting SkillsIndustrial and Manufacturing EngineeringTroubleshooting Industrial Automation EquipmentPLC Programming ExperienceSCADA ExperienceProgramming Machine Vision SystemsElectrical / Electronic SystemsElectrical Schematic ReadingMachines & technologies you'll use:SiemensAllen Bradley