NSD Electrical Engineer

Job Details Division: Nucor Steel Decatur LLC Location: Trinity, AL, United States Other Available Locations: N/ADate Posted: 5/28/2026Deadline: 6/8/2026 Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve. Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more. Basic Job Functions:Nucor Steel Decatur is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support and improve highly automated steel manufacturing operations. This role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with large-scale industrial systems, lead impactful capital and process improvement projects, and contribute directly to the success of a world-class steel operation. Successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment that values safety, innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.Responsibilities include:Supporting maintenance and operations through technical troubleshooting and system optimizationDesigning and implementing electrical and automation improvementsManaging capital and continuous improvement projectsDeveloping electrical standards, specifications, and documentationTroubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, drives, motors, and industrial control systemsSafety 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 timesSafety 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: The ability and desire to work safely and provide guidance for an accident-free workplace Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and two years of relevant work experience, or five years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial controls Solid understanding of electrical engineering principlesPreferred Qualifications:Preferred ExperienceSteel manufacturing, heavy industrial, or continuous process environmentsMelting, casting, rolling, or finishing operationsCapital project managementRoot cause analysis and continuous improvement initiativesPreferred Technical SkillsPLC/HMI programming and troubleshootingPower distribution systemsIndustrial networking and automation systemsAutoCAD or electrical drawing softwareData analysis and reporting toolsNucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace