NSNE Roll Mill Electrical Technician

Nucor Corporation; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K and Roth accounts

Profit sharing

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Stock program

Scholarships

Job summary

Nucor Steel – Nebraska is seeking a Day Melt Shop Maintenance Mechanic to support maintenance and automation across the mill. You will work on PLCs, HMIs, Level 2 systems, drives, and robots while coordinating with operations and maintenance teams.

Candidates must be able to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays, and be legally authorized to work in the US. Safety is emphasized in every task.

Qualifications

• Two year degree in a related field or 3 years of equivalent work experience.
• Proficient in PLC, HMI, and Drive software and programming.
• Strong PLC, HMI, Drives, Networking and Computer troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for maintenance and operations.
• Maintain and improve mill wide automation, including PLC’s, HMI’s, Level 2 systems, drives, and industrial robots.
• Develop standard operating procedures and train with operation and maintenance teams for continuous improvements.
• Lead safety policies, practices, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Skills

Industrial automation

PLC programming

HMI programming

Drive software

Networking

Troubleshooting

Electrical principles

Education

Two year degree in a related field or 3 years of equivalent work experience

Tools

Rolling process knowledge

PLC, HMI, and Drive software

Job description

Deadline to Apply: Sunday, November 1st 2026

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

Nucor Steel – Nebraska is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Day Melt Shop Maintenance Mechanic.

The responsibilities for this position include, but is not limited to; providing technical support for maintenance and operations. Maintain and improve mill wide automation, including PLC’s, HMI’s, Level 2 systems, drives, and industrial robots. Solid understanding of computer programming, software development, automation design, install, configure, and maintain field devices, instrumentation systems, communication networks and interfaces. Conduct training and develop standard operating procedures and working closely with operation and maintenance teams to ensure continuous improvements.

Candidate must be able to work rotating shifts and scheduled/unscheduled overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US (Nucor Steel Nebraska will not sponsor the need for a visa now or in the future).

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two year degree in a related field or 3 years of equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the rolling process and related equipment
• Proficient in PLC, HMI, and Drive software and programming
• Strong PLC, HMI, Drives, Networking and Computer troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles

Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace