Senior Industrial Automation Specialist

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp.; Wilton (IA); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. in Wilton, IA is seeking an Automation Specialist to install, maintain, and optimize automation systems across the production line.

You will troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, robotics, and control components to minimize downtime, and perform advanced PLC/HMI programming.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in Rockwell and ABB controls, plus education in electrical/mechanical engineering or automation technology.

Formación

• Requires high school diploma or GED; associates or bachelor’s degree preferred in engineering or automation.
• 10 years heavy industrial electrical maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience working in an industrial environment.
• Maintain knowledge of computer science, mechanics, electronics, machinery, HMIs, and process controls.
• Strong math, computer, and electrical skills.
• Familiar with hand tools; understanding of motors, drives, pneumatics, hydraulics.
• Able to read blueprints.
• Advanced knowledge and training in: AC/DC motor theory PLC programming/network configuration Factory Talk HMI system configuration ABB and Rockwell controls, data acquisition, sensors.

Responsabilidades

• Performs advanced PLC programming and HMI programming, networking, and troubleshooting; set up and install hardware; evaluate equipment for design changes and improvements.
• Check and calibrate plant instrumentation and document testing of emergency systems.
• Interpret schematics/blueprints at an expert level.
• Research, specify, and source equipment, parts, and digital solutions.
• Plans and assists engineers on installation or modification projects.
• Coordinate maintenance staff and contractors; ensure safety rules are followed.

Conocimientos

PLC programming

HMI programming

Rockwell

ABB

Instrumentation

Robotics

Electrical skills

Blueprints reading

Educación

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or Automation technology, robotics, or a closely related technical field

Herramientas

Rockwell Automation

ABB

HMI systems

Data acquisition systems

Descripción del empleo

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. in Wilton, IA is seeking an Automation Specialist to install, maintain, and optimize automation systems across the production line.

You will troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, robotics, and control components to minimize downtime, and perform advanced PLC/HMI programming.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in Rockwell and ABB controls, plus education in electrical/mechanical engineering or automation technology.