Controls Engineer (L2)
Position Summary
The
Controls Engineer
designs, supports, and maintains automation and control systems across the Primary End, including the EAF, LMF, Degasser, Caster, Baghouse, and Refractory areas. This role is responsible for advanced troubleshooting, system design, programming, and integration of PLC, HMI, electrical, and data systems that directly support production. The Controls Engineer is hands on and serves as the technical lead for complex issues and controls related projects, with a mix of breakdown response and project focused work. This role is part of the maintenance team and works closely with operations, engineering, environmental, and IT to maintain safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
Main Responsibilities / Essential Functions
Design and support all automation and control systems within the Primary End
Troubleshoot complex automation and electrical issues impacting production
Create, modify, and maintain PLC logic using Allen Bradley and Siemens platforms
Develop, modify, and maintain HMI applications using Ignition, Wonderware, FactoryTalk and supported platforms
Collect, analyze, and interpret plant and process data to support troubleshooting and improvements
Lead the electrical and controls scope, including verifying electrical and controls prints, for new equipment installations within the Primary End
Support Level 2 systems including data transfer and system integration
Coordinate with IT on industrial communication and network related issues
Provide controls and electrical support to environmental systems including Baghouse operations
Support EAF, LMF, Degasser, Caster, and Refractory areas with advanced controls and electrical issues
Manage licensing and configuration of automation and controls software
Perform root cause analysis on recurring or complex failures
Participate in safety reviews and housekeeping tours
Assist with spare parts identification and setup in the warehouse
Communicate and collaborate effectively with other maintenance team members as well as with operations, engineering, environmental, and IT
About You / Qualifications
Required
A.S. degree in a technical discipline or equivalent demonstrated PLC programming experience
Minimum 5 years of industrial automation controls experience
Experience with PLC and HMI programming using Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Wonderware platforms
Excellent electrical troubleshooting skills
Ability to own and resolve complex technical problems
Good organizational, interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills
Preferred
B.S. degree in a technical discipline
Experience in heavy industrial or steel manufacturing environment
Experience with data analysis and trending tools
Good understanding of change management, system backups, and documentation standards
Our Offer
When joining
SSAB
you will become part of an organization of passionate problem solvers working together on important challenges.
We offer a wide range of benefits to our team members:
Bonuses
401(k) with 5% employer match
10 paid holidays
Vacation
Excellent, affordable benefits package (Effective at hire; Blue Cross Health)
Tuition reimbursement
Profit sharing
Opportunities for development
Friendly and welcoming workplace
Global company committed to sustainability
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