Gerdau North America · 1 month ago
Senior Automation & Controls Engineer II
Atlanta Metro
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expGerdau North America is seeking a Senior Automation & Controls Engineer II to support and modernize automation systems in their steel rolling mill operations. The role involves leading the design and optimization of control systems, troubleshooting automation issues, and collaborating with various engineering teams to ensure high-quality production.
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Hiring Manager
Christy Roberge, CIR, PRC, CSMR, CSSR
Responsibilities
Lead the design, programming, and optimization of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems across the rolling mill
Support and enhance automation for roughing stands, finishing stands, loopers, shears, cooling beds, and material handling systems
Work extensively with drive systems (AC/DC drives, VFDs, motor control centers) and coordinate with mechanical/electrical teams to ensure stable mill operation
Improve tension control, speed control, interstand coordination, and thickness/shape control through advanced automation strategies
Integrate sensors, instrumentation, and control systems with data platforms to improve visibility into mill performance, quality, and equipment health
Develop dashboards, KPIs, and analytics models to support operations, maintenance, and process engineering
Troubleshoot complex automation issues in a high‑speed, high‑load, high‑temperature environment
Lead modernization projects, including migration from legacy systems to modern platforms
Collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, reliability, and process engineering teams to ensure consistent, high‑quality production
Qualification
Required
BS in Mechatronics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering and 3 years' experience in industrial automation controls and object-oriented software development
Extensive experience in rolling mill automation or heavy industrial continuous processes
Strong PLC programming skills (Allen‑Bradley ControlLogix, Siemens S7, or similar)
Deep understanding of drive systems, speed/tension control, and interstand coordination
Experience with HMI/SCADA platforms, industrial networks, and communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, OPC UA)
Familiarity with data analytics tools (SQL, Python, Power BI, Ignition, etc.)
Ability to lead projects, mentor technicians/engineers, and communicate effectively across departments
A strong focus on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement
Benefits
Competitive pay and annual bonus
Day 1 Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
401(k) with 100% Match up to 6%
Life Insurance & Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave & Tuition Reimbursement
Career Pathing & Professional Development
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
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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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