Automation Engineer Level 1.5

POSITION PURPOSE

The Automation Engineer Level 1.5 provides operations with technical support and is responsible for a variety of software engineering and process engineering functions including analyzing process performance, development, and design of process changes, and managing the implementation of process improvements. Position will develop and improve control systems and expand the knowledge base in the Plant Water Systems including Rolling Mill, Melt Shop, Caster, QL5 and QL6 areas. Provide technical experience on project assignments. Serve as project manager on automation-related projects and improvements. The Automation Engineer will also provide support to the Rolling Mill and Finishing automation teams when needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop modifications, enhancements, and upgrades to the L-1 PLC systems.

• Develop and assist in troubleshooting L-1 HMI problems.

• Manage problems and solutions ranging from the L-0 through Level-2 systems.
• Help manage the long-term planning and growth of the L-1 & L-2 systems.

• Responsible for the preventive maintenance of automation equipment.
• Assist in cost justifications for software and hardware enhancements.
• Assist with improvement/selection of field devices.
• Responsible for camera system, ethernet communications, and the backup of all systems.
• Responsible for IP address assignment for all automation hardware.
• Programming responsibilities:

• AB & ABB drives
• Historian system
• Sequel server reporting system
• IBA data analysis
• Instrumentation

QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies and Experience

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent and 4 years of related experience
• Excellent knowledge of L-0 field devices including pressure transducers, flow meters, and temperature transmitters including Thermocouple and RTD
• Excellent knowledge of level-1 PLC Control such as Control Logix
• Knowledge of electrical power layouts, MCC’s, switchgear, and isolation transformers
• Basic knowledge of L-2 systems or theory of control
• Capacity to troubleshoot interrelated Level-1 systems and field devices using multimeter and loop generator
• Experience or working knowledge of electrical schematics and drawings, ladder logic or function block, structured text, C, C++, C#, IBA and Historian
• Experience managing projects

• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills

• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
• Good communication (verbal and written,) interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Strong commitment to safety

Preferred:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering and 2 years of related experience
• AutoCad experience

• Experience working in cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of AC Drives and AC synchronous motors
• Network/IT experience