Shift Electrician - PLC & Industrial Controls Expert

Steel Dynamics, Inc.; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel Dynamics in Mississippi is seeking an experienced electrical maintenance professional to assist Lead in overseeing electrical maintenance activities across the plant floor.

The role focuses on troubleshooting PLC logic and HMIs, maintaining Industrial Networks, handling medium and high voltage switchgear, and applying instrumentation knowledge while working with peers and under minimal supervision. Overtime and hot environments are possible.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of industrial electrical maintenance experience.
• Proven safety leadership and teamwork abilities.
• Willing to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime; able to work in hot environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead in overseeing electrical maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot PLC logic and HMIs; log issues and resolutions.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Industrial Networks (ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, Ethernet).
• Handle medium and high voltage switchgear safely and effectively.
• Communicate clearly and coordinate with peers on projects.

Skills

PLC & HMI

Industrial networks

Motor skills

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation

HV switchgear

Self-motivation

Documentation/logging

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Steel Dynamics in Mississippi is seeking an experienced electrical maintenance professional to assist Lead in overseeing electrical maintenance activities across the plant floor.

The role focuses on troubleshooting PLC logic and HMIs, maintaining Industrial Networks, handling medium and high voltage switchgear, and applying instrumentation knowledge while working with peers and under minimal supervision. Overtime and hot environments are possible.