Nucor is North America's largest recycler and most diversified steel and steel products company. Since 1969, we've led the industry in developing innovative technologies for recycling scrap into high-quality steels that are all around us, from bridges and buildings to cars and appliances.
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. This position reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor.
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:
- Extensive technical training and experience in an automation discipline
- General knowledge of High Frequency Welders
- Experience or training with Automation Systems and maintenance with a clear understanding of industrial PLC logic and programming (Mitsubishi)
- Industrial Network experience
- Experience in PLC Programming (Siemens)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrates the ability to produce detailed automation drawings using CAD (AutoCAD proficiency desired)
- Demonstrates proficiency in Control and Automation design
- Demonstrates an advanced understanding with AC, DC and Servo Drives
- Demonstrates the ability to design, service, troubleshoot control systems ranging from electro mechanical devices and systems to high-speed production machines and PLCs
- Mastery, application, and updating of technical and professional competencies; ability to build professional networks
- Ability to manage automation projects with minimal supervision
- Provides a solid understanding of computer programming and software development
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex system tests
- Associate's Degree in automation discipline