Melt Shop Automation Engineer

Steel Dynamics; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel Dynamics in Columbus, Mississippi seeks an experienced Automation Engineer to support Melt Shop / EAF automation. You will update controls, HMIs, OSs, prints; troubleshoot process issues; configure networks and PLCs; collaborate with Level 1 and Level 2 engineers to ensure quality and project timing.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering/Automation or related field, 3–5 years in metals, PLC expertise, VFDs, and proficiency with RSLogix, Kepware, Ignition, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in electrical/automation fields.
• PLC and industrial network experience required.
• Strong multitasking and project management capabilities.
• Experience with RSLogix, Kepware, Ignition and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Update controls, HMIs, OSs, prints, etc.
• Troubleshoot process issues and RSLogix problems.
• Setup, maintain and configure industrial networks (ControlNet, DeviceNet, EtherNet, Profibus).
• Lead small to medium projects and outages; coordinate with Level 1/2 engineers.
• Drive continual improvements in process and controls.
• Collaborate to ensure quality and manage project time work.

Skills

PLC experience

Multitask / project management

Excellent communication

MS Office skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering / Automation / Computer Science or related

Tools

RSLogix

Kepware

Ignition

Asset Center

RSLinks

PowerFlex

Schneider Electric

Siemens

AutoCad

Job description

Steel Dynamics in Columbus, Mississippi seeks an experienced Automation Engineer to support Melt Shop / EAF automation. You will update controls, HMIs, OSs, prints; troubleshoot process issues; configure networks and PLCs; collaborate with Level 1 and Level 2 engineers to ensure quality and project timing.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering/Automation or related field, 3–5 years in metals, PLC expertise, VFDs, and proficiency with RSLogix, Kepware, Ignition, and