Steelmaking Operational Technology Engineer

The ideal candidate will manage Level 2 process automation projects supporting the melt shop and continuous caster through the design and implementation of applications, databases, hardware, and HMI systems to meet the business goals of our client company.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering

• 5+ years’ experience in software development (e.g. C++, C#, .Net Framework, .Net Core, Java, OO Languages, SDLC, DB integration) and database development, e.g. Oracle (PL/SQL), Microsoft SQL Server (T-SQL), PostgreSQL

• Experience with hardware tuning and troubleshooting

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in steel production and processing, especially in Melt Shop and Continuous Caster

• Experience in commissioning and startup in an industrial environment, especially steel

• Experience with virtual environments (VMware or Microsoft Hyper-V)

• Experience with industrial automation computer networks

 Preferred Traits:

• Understanding of process automation applications in manufacturing environment

• Demonstrating strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Structured approach and attention to detail

• Demonstrating strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills

• Strong work ethic, high degree of professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills

• Commitment to company values; Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Relationships, and Sustainability

• Fulfills the commitment to ensure a safe and healthy work environment

 Duties:

• Support Plant Operations by ensuring and optimizing availability, performance and quality of; Melt Shop Level 2 systems, Continuous Caster Level 2 systems, and cost of process control systems

• Maintain and tune process models and technological parameters

• Regular analysis and reporting for maintenance and production processes concerning production disturbances, costs, quality, availability, weak spot analysis, and continuous improvement

• Troubleshooting process disruptions caused by automation systems in the fastest possible way, investigating for Root Cause and following up with corrective actions

• Office and Industrial setting

• Gulf coast region in Calvert, AL

• Days, Monday to Friday with extended hours as required due to periods of peak workloads