NTP - Gallatin Automation Technician

Nucor; Ghent (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Automation Technician to enhance their operations in Ghent, KY. This role focuses on ensuring safety and quality while managing the design, installation, and troubleshooting of electrical machinery and automation systems. Candidates will play a crucial role in maintaining productivity and profitability objectives. With a strong emphasis on safety, the ideal candidate will possess skills in PLC programming and industrial networks, along with the ability to read and interpret schematics. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and safety in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in PLC programming and industrial network systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve performance issues in electric motors.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and troubleshoot automation systems safely.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Industrial Network experience

PLC Programming

Troubleshooting industrial electric motors

Reading electrical and hydraulic schematics

Diagnosing electrical cabinets

Education

Associate’s degree in automation discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Siemens PLC systems

Job description

Job Details

Division: Nucor Tubular Products - Gallatin

Location: Ghent, KY, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Basic Job Functions:

The Automation Technician’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, taking care of our customers by executing the division’s safety, quality, cost, productivity and profitability objectives. This position is also responsible for the design, installation, training, programming, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical machinery and automation systems in a safe and positive manner.

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:

• Industrial Network experience.
• Experience in PLC Programming.
• Associate’s degree in automation discipline.
• Proficient in reading, interpreting, and following electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Experienced in troubleshooting industrial electric motors to diagnose and resolve performance issues.
• Proficient in diagnosing and resolving issues in electrical cabinets and associated peripheral equipment, ensuring reliable system performance and minimal downtime.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrates the ability to produce detailed automation drawings using CAD (AutoCAD proficiency desired).
• Demonstrates an advanced understanding with AC, DC and Servo Drives.
• Demonstrates the ability to design, service, troubleshoot control systems ranging from electromechanical devices and systems to high-speed production machines and PLCs
• Ability to manage automation projects with minimal supervision
• Over 3 years of experience working with Siemens PLC systems, including programming, diagnostics, and system integration in industrial automation environments.

Must have supervisor and/or manager recommendation and must be able to perform all essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vets – and a drug – free workplace