Instrument and Electrical Specialist

Best Benefits in the Business:

• Yearly UIG specific KPI bonus in addition to Nucor profit sharing 
• Paid Vacation 
• Parental Leave 
• Profit Sharing – 1x year payout that averages around 17% of your annual earnings  
• Tuition Reimbursement - $5,250 year  
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision after 30 days 
• Company-paid life and disability insurance 
• Company matching 401(k) plan – we match 17% of your contributions 
• Employee stock purchase plan – we match 10% of your purchase 

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What You’ll Do:

UIG is currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Instrument and Electrical Specialist to oversee all aspects of instrument, controls, electrical, analytical, and IT-related equipment at our Nucor Steel Arkansas ASU. This role will play a key part in supporting existing facilities and new projects, including the commissioning and startup of new and upgraded facilities. This position will be based at our new Nucor Steel Arkansas ASU located in Blytheville, AR. This position requires travel within the UIG operations region, as well as occasional visits to the corporate office, vendors, and customer facilities.

• Oversee the maintenance, upkeep, and diagnostics of MV/LV electrical systems Ensure the electrical switchgear operates efficiently and meets safety standards.
• Lead lifecycle management of plant control systems, including new and upgraded HMI and control systems.
• Oversee and troubleshoot HMI/PLC and SCADA systems to ensure they are functioning properly and integrating smoothly with plant operations.
• Assist project teams with SFAT (Site Factory Acceptance Testing) and FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) as required.
• Conduct testing and calibration for key process instruments including analyzers, flow totalizers, transmitters, motor protection relays, and associated controls.
• Ensure precise data acquisition for key process parameters related to production rates, product quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage instrumentation and equipment that measure production rates, product quality parameters, on-stream performance, and environmental KPIs.
• Work in close collaboration with quality and regulatory compliance teams to ensure adherence to all applicable standards.
• Act as a key team member for the Quality Control Unit (QCU).
• Provide expert support to other departments and external vendors as needed.
• Assist commissioning activities for new and upgraded facilities.
• Support the startup processes for instrumentation, electrical, and control systems in new and upgraded installations.

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED plus 5-7 years of experience as an Instrumentation Technician, Electrical Engineer, or Control System Specialist, ideally within a continuous process plant or the industrial gas industry.
• Extensive experience with both mechanical and electrical instrumentation. Ability to lead complex engineering projects with minimal supervision, demonstrating a strong understanding of electrical and instrumentation principles in practical settings.
• Ability to oversee and manage plant automation and control projects, troubleshoot complex control and electrical issues, and provide guidance on mechanical system maintenance.
• Proficient in implementing and continuously reviewing maintenance programs and asset management tools to ensure plant operational efficiency.
• In-depth, hands-on experience in the operation and maintenance of cryogenic air separation plants and associated equipment and technologies, with a strong understanding of the processes involved.
• Familiarity with the various software systems commonly used in a UIG air separation plant, including but not limited to MS Office Suite, Plant PAX, FactoryTalk, and other SCADA and control systems used in the industry.
• Availability to be on call as needed, responding to urgent issues outside of regular business hours.

Nice to Haves:

• Experience in training team members in  plant maintenance and calibration , quality control procedures, and the proper techniques for instrument calibration and maintenance.
• Familiarity with water treatment technologies and the principles of industrial refrigeration systems.

Our Commitment to a Drug-Free Workplace:

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.