NSNE Roll Mill Electrical Technician

Nucor Corporation; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Bonuses (pay-for-performance)

Job summary

Nucor Steel – Nebraska is seeking a qualified Day Melt Shop Maintenance Mechanic to support maintenance and operations. You will help maintain and improve mill-wide automation, including PLCs, HMIs, Level 2 systems, drives, and industrial robots, while collaborating with operations and maintenance teams.

The role requires a two-year degree in a related field (or 3 years equivalent experience), willingness to work rotating shifts, and a strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Two year degree in a related field or 3 years of equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for maintenance and operations.
• Maintain and improve mill-wide automation (PLC, HMI, Level 2 systems, drives, robots).
• Develop and train standard operating procedures in collaboration with operations and maintenance teams.
• Work rotating shifts and overtime, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Rolling process knowledge

PLC / HMI programming

Drives & networking

Electrical engineering principles

Troubleshooting (computer)

Education

Two-year degree or 3 years experience

Tools

PLC software

HMI 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