Electrical Controls Engineer – PLC & HMI Automation

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

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.