Process Automation Engineer
Process Automation Engineer
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Job Description and Responsibilities
Oregon Steel Mills is seeking a Process Automation Engineer to join our team in Portland. It is the responsibility of the Process Automation Engineer to increase the production and shipping of quality product by improving equipment availability and utilization and finding innovative solutions to manufacturing problems. Incumbents will work closely with production quality and maintenance departments to identify and resolve potential areas of improvement and then work towards implementing solutions to ensure that the equipment and process is effectively producing prime quality plate.
- Troubleshoot modify and create Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) code using Rockwell software for Allen-Bradley PLCs or Siemens Software and PLCs
- Create new PLC code and specify new hardware and associated electrical drawings for projects that have been assigned to you to lead or while helping other Engineers with their projects
- Assist in troubleshooting live equipment either on the plant floor or remotely while working with others to keep production running safely and efficiently
- Develop strategies to reduce defects delays and other missed opportunities
- Gather and analyze data to produce proof-of-concept models for process improvement ensuring that the data recorded accurately represents the process
- Understand equipment limitations collaborate with engineering personnel to continually improve equipment performance
- Create new HMI code using Ignition software from Inductive Automation
- Develop training tools to help team members across the organization gain a better understanding of the process
- Maintain knowledge of current Best Practices in Process Automation through continuous education
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Process Metallurgy or Mechanical Engineering or proven equivalent experience
- Minimum 3-5 years experience in Process Automation
- Proficient in various PLC languages and tools
- Process Automation experience in Heavy Industrial or Manufacturing fields
- Experience in Control Theory (Feed Back Feed Forward and sequencing concepts and application)
- Ability to read and interpret electrical mechanical and hydraulic schematics and use technical manuals
- Experience with logical circuitry and troubleshooting logical circuits
- Database interaction and query language experience
- Strong computer skills with experience in MS Office applications (Excel Word Outlook PowerPoint)
Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!
- Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
- Family medical dental and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
- Short and long term disability programs
- Competitive retirement plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
- Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
- Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.
While we thank all those who apply only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Orion Steel Group L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability or protected Veteran status.
Orion Steel Group L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment please e-mail or call: . We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Employment Type
Full-Time
