I&E Specialist
Date: Jun 30, 2026
Location: Huger, SC, US, 29450
Company: Nucor
Job Details
Division: Universal Industrial Gases, LLC
Location: Huger, SC, United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
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.
Benefits:
- 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
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 Berkeley 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 Nucor Steel Berkeley ASU located in Huger, SC. 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 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.
- Availability to be on call as needed, responding to urgent issues outside of regular business hours.
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.
Must Haves:
- 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 onmechanical 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
Nice to Have:
- Experience in training team members in plant maintenance and calibration, quality control procedures, and the proper techniques for instrumentcalibration 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.
Why UIG:
Universal Industrial Gases, LLC. (UIG) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nucor and a well-established, global engineer, constructor, supplier and operator of air separation plants and related equipment and services, based in Bethlehem, PA. UIG owns and operates production plants across the USA which supply both Nucor steel sites and third-party clients 24/7 with tonnage quantities of oxygen, nitrogen and argon as well as exporting liquid cryogenic products by road tanker.
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace
Nearest Major Market: Charleston South Carolina
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina