Automation Engineer

Basic Job Functions:

Nucor Tubular Products- Gallatin is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Automation Engineer. This role will be responsible for working with the Electrical / Mechanical Maintenance and Production teams to maintain and optimize the Mill processes. This will include using engineering principles, algorithms and techniques to trouble-shoot and improve both the process and equipment and to develop/implement future improvement plans.  The successful candidate will be required to have knowledge of both hardware and software and will likely require additional support outside normal business hours. Additionally, they will be required to develop computer programming skills, network management skills, as well as learn to manage, maintain, edit large databases and other needed skills to advance knowledge in the areas of Process Control, as well as other duties as assigned.

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:

• Engineering Degree and/or 4 years’ experience.
• Thorough understanding of complex control systems including PID control
• Proven experience leading complex projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Tubular or HSS processes.
• Knowledge of advanced hydraulic control systemsKnowledge of AC\DC drives and motors
• Problem Solving --Identifying problems and analyzing or reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options in order to choose the most appropriate solution.
• Communication-- The ability to give full attention to what others are saying and communicating information so that others will understand.
• Initiative-- Being proactive with seeking out work that needs to be done and being willing to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Engineering and Technology--Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to work at hand.
• Leadership Presence and Courage-- Willingness and confidence to have immediate and direct conversations on critical alignment issues such as teamwork, building relationships, initiating and supporting change, and production process issues that arise. This includes the willingness to face adversity and conflict head on.
• Attention to Detail -- Thorough in accomplishing tasks, no matter how small they may be, and taking care to make sure that expectations are met.