Gerdau North America · 1 day ago
Automation Specialist
Wilton, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expGerdau North America is committed to empowering people who build the future, and they are seeking an Automation Specialist. The role involves installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automation systems in production processes, requiring expertise in PLC programming and a strong background in engineering and robotics.
Consumer Goods
No H1B
Responsibilities
Performs advanced PLC programming and HMI programming, networking, and troubleshooting; setup and install hardware; and as necessary evaluate equipment making recommendation for design changes and improvements
Has expert knowledge and understanding, as well as the ability to modify, ancillary systems or equipment used in conjunction with PLCs such as: operating systems, software packages, drives and/or data acquisition systems, taking care to identify the root causes of equipment failure
May check and calibrate plant instrumentation; routinely checks plant equipment, reheat furnace, melt shop electronic systems or other instrumentation. Will document testing of emergency systems for compliance purposes. Will work with analytic software, calculators, meters, and electronic probes in order to diagnose faults in circuitry
Interprets schematics/blueprints at an expert level
Research, specify, and help source equipment, parts, and digital solutions
Works with related diagnostic equipment including digital voltmeter, multi-volt meter, oscilloscope, and other electronic tools and equipment
Plans and assists engineers and plant leadership with projects that involve installation or modification of equipment
Helps in coordinating the activities and troubleshooting of maintenance employees and contractors on assigned projects
Follow all PPE requirements and safety rules and guidelines for all tasks being performed
Responsible for training other personnel on electrical systems, PLC’s, HMI’s, networks, process changes, etc
Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Maintain a thorough and working knowledge/understanding of and be familiar with computer science, mechanics, electronics, machinery, human-machine interfaces, and process controls
Must possess strong math, computer, and electrical skills
Must be familiar with a variety of hand tools and be an excellent problem solver
It is critical to have a thorough understanding of equipment including motors, drives, pneumatics, and hydraulics
Ability to read blueprints
Advanced knowledge and verifiable training and/or work experience in: AC/DC motor theory, PLC Programming/network configuration, Factory Talk HMI system configuration, Expert drive knowledge, ABB and Rockwell Electrical controls, Data acquisition systems, process cameras, HMI Interfaces
Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing or walking, balance, bend, operate mobile equipment, crawl, kneel, and push and pull objects
Ability to reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged sitting
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
Ability to perform sustained overhead reaching
Ability to work in extreme ambient temperatures up to 160°F
Ability to work in cramped quarters and at heights
Ability to work a shift schedule, including days, nights, and weekends
Ability to work call ins for emergency work when the plant is down
Ability to tolerate working in areas where noise levels can reach 120 decibels
Preferred
Associates or bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or Automation technology, robotics, or a closely related technical field
10 years of heavy industrial electrical maintenance experience
Experience working in an industrial environment
Company
Gerdau North America
In North America, Gerdau manufactures merchant bar, structural steel, piling, special bar quality and rebar products for the agricultural, automotive, civil construction, distribution, energy, industrial, and mining markets.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brittany Concepcion , MBA(HRM)
Human Resources Business Partner
Christy McDonald, CIR, PRC, CSMR, CSSR
Regional Talent Acquisition Partner
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