Process Automation Engineer

Gerdau Ameristeel is the second largest minimill steel producer, and the second largest recycler in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of over 12 million tons of mill finished steel products. Our stock is traded on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges.

Gerdau Ameristeel operates 19 recycling facilities that collect, sort, and process approximately 3.5 million tons of scrap annually in the steel-making operations.

In addition to providing strong bonus compensation programs, we recognize the contributions of our team members and reward hard work with opportunities for advancement.

We make the steel that shapes the world, come shape your future with us!

 

Gerdau is seeking an accomplished Process Automation Engineer to join the team in Sand Springs, OK.

 

Job Responsibilities

 Assists bending, shearing and loading personnelDirects, coordinates, monitors and supervises general engineering services including mechanical, electrical, civil and steel mill production processes involving plant construction projects, alterations, installations, maintenance, and production processes of plant facilities and equipmentProvides technical experience to Rolling Mill and Rolling Mill maintenanceDesigns or develop new or alterations to old structures, systems, and equipmentProvides timely and accurate cost estimates on proposed projectsAnalyzes and makes effective recommendations as to modifications, renovations, rework, and replacement of facilities and equipment and processesSupervises and coordinates major installations, alterations, additions, etc., to ensure timely completion within specifications and with minimal disruption to productionResponsible for safety of employees and effectively administers safety programsProperly interprets and administers corporate, plant, and departmental policies and programsActively supports and participates in Rolling Mill teambuilding effortsEnsures all environmental practices and guidelines are followed.Makes recommendations for cost savings, production, safety, and quality improvements

Minimum Qualifications

 

· BS Electrical Engineer or related

· Knowledge of PLC and Level 1 Automation plus design/trouble-shooting issues

· Knowledge of conveyer/material handling systems

· 5-10 years in PLC programming, troubleshooting, HMI development, with experience with ABB or similar systems and Wonderware or similar HMI

· Must have strong communications skills

· Must have strong innovation and drive to improve skills

 

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If you have any questions, please contact Bill at

bwright2@gerdauameristeel.com