Sr. Industrial Automation & Electrical Engineer

Rocky Mountain Steel Mills; Pueblo (CO); Vor Ort; USD 145.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive wages

Bonus opportunities

Family medical coverage

Dental coverage

Prescription coverage

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

FSA & HSA

Life Insurance

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Apprenticeship & career advancement

Zusammenfassung

Rocky Mountain Steel Mills in Pueblo, Colorado, seeks a Senior Automation & Electrical Engineer to enhance electrical and automation systems across steelmaking, rolling mills, and maintenance operations.

The role focuses on improving reliability, efficiency, and product quality while leading projects and mentoring staff in a highly automated environment.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering or Automated Manufacturing Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years working experience in electrical and automation engineering.
• Heavy industrial processes, electrical and automation experience, preferably in a steel making facility.
• Experience with and working knowledge with Medium Voltage Drives.

Aufgaben

• Lead automation and electrical systems for Steelmaking, Rolling Mill, and Maintenance in a highly automated environment.
• Provide advanced expertise in process control systems: EAF, Casting Machine, Re-Heat Furnace, Rolling Mill automation.
• Design, configure, optimize, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and automation systems (Rockwell focus).
• Oversee commissioning, startup, maintenance, and performance optimization of AC/DC drives and motor control systems.

Kenntnisse

PLC & HMI

Rockwell Equipment

MV/LV Drives

Motor Control Centers

Arc Regulation Systems

Instrumentation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Automated Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Jobbeschreibung

At CF&I Steel, L.P., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Rocky Mountain Steel Mills is seeking an Industrial Senior Automation & Electrical Engineer to join our team in Pueblo, Colorado. As a key member of the maintenance organization, this role is responsible for improving the availability, reliability, and utilization of electrical and automation systems to support the production and shipment of high-quality steel products. The Senior Automation & Electrical Engineer will develop and implement innovative solutions to enhance steel manufacturing processes, optimize equipment performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This position collaborates closely with production, maintenance, engineering, and other plant departments to identify opportunities for improvement, resolve technical challenges, and ensure safe, efficient, and consistent operations. The successful candidate will lead efforts to implement sustainable solutions that improve equipment reliability, process efficiency, and product quality while supporting rolling mills, steelmaking production, and maintenance operations within a highly automated steel manufacturing environment.

Rocky Mountain Steel Mills is committed to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy and injury-free environment. It is required for all jobs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the lead technical resource for automation and electrical systems supporting Steelmaking, Rolling Mill, and Maintenance operations in a highly automated steel manufacturing environment.
• Provide advanced expertise in process control systems, including Electric Arc Furnace (EAF), Casting Machine, Re-Heat Furnace, and Rolling Mill automation applications.
• Lead the design, configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting of PLC, HMI, and industrial automation systems, with an emphasis on Rockwell Automation platforms.
• Oversee the commissioning, startup, maintenance, and performance optimization of AC/DC drives, motor control systems, and related electrical equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, product quality, throughput, equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and operational performance.
• Develop and implement control strategies, monitoring tools, and key performance indicators (KPIs), while integrating plant automation systems with business and manufacturing information systems.
• Lead the resolution of complex electrical, automation, and process control issues, ensuring timely corrective actions and sustainable solutions.
• Manage and execute automation and electrical engineering projects, including system design, documentation, upgrades, and capital improvement initiatives, while mentoring technical personnel and supporting cross-functional teams.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and provide technical leadership during emergency situations, equipment failures, and critical business needs to ensure operational continuity.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering or Automated Manufacturing Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years working experience in electrical and automation engineering
• Heavy industrial processes, electrical and automation experience, preferably in a steel making facility.
• Experience with and working knowledge with Medium Voltage Drives

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Working knowledge with PLC and HMI software and hardware (preferably Rockwell Automation equipment), Medium and Low voltage drives, Smart Motor Control Centers, Arc Regulation Systems and Instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical and hydraulic schematics.
• Proficiency in electrical and automation troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated ability to follow standards in automation and control software disciplines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Adept at working with technical manuals.

Compensation

$145,000 - $160,000

Open & Closing Dates

10/05/2026 - 11/05/2026

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• Short and long term disability programs
• Competitive retirement plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call: [phone]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!