CMC · 2 months ago
Automation Engineer
Sayreville, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelCMC is a Fortune 500 company at the leading edge of the construction reinforcement and steel industry. The Automation Engineer will program and debug PLC code, develop maintainable code, and manage suppliers during the specification and installation of automated manufacturing equipment.
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Responsibilities
Program and debug structure text and ladder logic code on multiple PLC controller platforms (ControlLogix 5000, Reliance Electric Automax and Siemens TIA Portal)
Develop code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable
Use OPC (Open Platform Communication) servers to interface equipment with PLCs and HMIs and to collect data into production databases
Modify, Maintain and Create intuitive operator touchscreen interfaces using Factory Talk HMI and SCADA dashboards screens using iBA and Ignition
Set up and tune VFDs for fast and smooth operation (PowerFlex, ABB)
Manage suppliers during specification, design and installation of automated manufacturing equipment
Develop and maintain Process & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) and Single Line Diagrams (SLD) for plant equipment (Cranes Control circuits, Robots, Field equipment)
Participate in meetings with other departments within the facility to ensure the project or development sets the benchmark for customer experience, supply chain performance and sustainability
Qualification
Required
Program and debug structure text and ladder logic code on multiple PLC controller platforms (ControlLogix 5000, Reliance Electric Automax and Siemens TIA Portal)
Develop code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable
Use OPC (Open Platform Communication) servers to interface equipment with PLCs and HMIs and to collect data into production databases
Modify, Maintain and Create intuitive operator touchscreen interfaces using Factory Talk HMI and SCADA dashboards screens using iBA and Ignition
Set up and tune VFDs for fast and smooth operation (PowerFlex, ABB)
Manage suppliers during specification, design and installation of automated manufacturing equipment
Develop and maintain Process & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) and Single Line Diagrams (SLD) for plant equipment (Cranes Control circuits, Robots, Field equipment)
Participate in meetings with other departments within the facility to ensure the project or development sets the benchmark for customer experience, supply chain performance and sustainability
PLC wiring and coding (Allen Bradley, Automax, Siemens)
Human Machine Interface (FactoryTalk, iBA, Ignition)
Proficiency understanding and creating detailed electrical schematics in CAD
Structured Text (ControlLogix) programming skills
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
Benefits
Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision, Dental
Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan
$500 Annual Company-paid Lifestyle Benefit
Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Training and Advancement Opportunities
Company
CMC
CMC is a steel and metal products company that recycles scrap metal, manufactures steel, and fabricates construction materials.
Founded in 1915
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$902MKey Investors
West Virginia Economic Development AuthorityMaricopa County Industrial Development Authority
2025-11-13Post Ipo Debt· $2M
2025-05-06Post Ipo Debt· $150M
2022-02-01Post Ipo Debt· $150M
Leadership Team
Peter Matt
President and Chief Executive Officer
David Miller
Co-Founder - Program Manager
Recent News
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