Industrial Automation Expert

6 days ago


Jackson, Tennessee, United States Gerdau Full time
About Gerdau

Gerdau is a leading steel producer in the Americas and a major supplier of specialty steel worldwide. With over 45,000 employees, Gerdau has a significant presence in the industry, transforming millions of metric tons of scrap into steel every year.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Automation Specialist to join our team at Gerdau. The successful candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in implementing electrical and automation projects, with a strong understanding of safety policies and standards applicable to industrial operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical coordination and support in operating and capital expense management processes by initiating and running projects using the capital expense (CAPEX) project, equipment monitoring, stabilization, and improvements.
  • Responsible for detailed engineering work in the areas of instrumentation, PLC, power distribution, and equipment integration, including electrical design, power distribution design, and automation system design.
  • Provide technical support for operations, working closely with leaders on operational improvements.
  • Troubleshoot existing equipment and processes.
  • Develop and refine engineering procedures.
  • Collect and interpret process samples and data.
  • Benchmark other Gerdau mills to bring back best practices.
  • Implement new technology.
  • Train and develop technical operations.
  • Conduct technical studies to support CAPEX investments.
  • Support process improvement projects where applicable.
  • Participate in the development of annual action plans.
Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • 5-8 years of industrial, hands-on experience planning and installing electrical equipment and automation controls.
  • ISA Certified Automation Professional certification (preferred).
  • Demonstrated project management experience, including planning, budgeting, design, execution, scheduling, procurement, installation, and start-up of electrical controls equipment and instrumentation.
  • Experience in troubleshooting and optimizing the performance of electrical control systems on production machines and equipment.
  • Knowledgeable in industrial safety and construction methods.
  • Demonstrated advanced skills in Microsoft software, including Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Auto-Cad.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of equipment, machine design standards, and specifications, including ANSI, ASTM, FM, NFPA, and IEC.
  • Knowledge of NFPA-70 and NFPA-70E.
  • Knowledge of OSHA requirements and standards.
  • Knowledge of database systems for process control applications.
  • Installation and strong programming capability with Rockwell Automation PLC systems.
  • Working knowledge of automation communication systems.
  • Installation, setup, and troubleshooting abilities with AC and DC drives and motors.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Benefits
  • Medical and prescription coverage.
  • Dental coverage.
  • Vision coverage.
  • Health and Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account).
  • 401K plan.
  • Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance.
  • Health Advocate Services.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program.


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