Production Automation Development Lead

Norfolk, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 140000 - 165000

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Details

Division: Vulcraft Nebraska

Location: Norfolk NE United States

Other Available Locations: Nebraska; Alabama; Indiana; New York; South Carolina; Texas; Utah

Posted: 12/18/2025

Deadline: 01/09/2026

Salary Range: $140000 to $165000 plus ROA Bonus

Welcome to Nucor where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North Americas largest steel and steel products manufacturer offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continents largest recycler. Our vibrant culture built on personal connections and teamwork empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety efficiency and meaningful personal connections define every day enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical Dental Vision and Disability Insurance 401K and Roth accounts Profit sharing Pay-for-performance bonuses Paid parental leave Tuition reimbursement Stock program Scholarships and more.

Basic Job Functions:

Vulcraft/Verco Group (VVG) Process Automation is seeking a dynamic problem solver to work with a multi-disciplinary team supporting automated process controls this role the teammate will be responsible for developing and implementing automated manufacturing systems using state-of-the-art technologies. This role will spend a significant amount of time in a shop environment to develop new process control and robotic systems. Although this position will be a part of a team periods of self-directed work to support team goals will be commonplace. This position will also be required to interface with external technology and integration partners to coordinate goals progress and results to ensure successful implementation and alignment with the overall automation strategy. As successful automated systems are developed the teammate will also be responsible for supporting system implementation using their gained expertise. This position will require travel as needed for the various manufacturing locations across the US and Canada.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate lead and uphold safety practices policies procedures and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

5 years of experience developing and/or implementing state-of-the-art technologies in automated manufacturing systems

Associates and/or bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Mechanical Engineering Welding Engineering Mechatronics or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

3 years of experience implementing robotic systems
3 years of experience developing automated welding applications
Experience working successfully in a R&D environment
Experience commissioning automation systems in a manufacturing environment
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Mechanical Engineering Welding Engineering Mechatronics or a related field.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disabled/Vets and a drug free workplace

Job DetailsDivision: Vulcraft NebraskaLocation: Norfolk NE United StatesOther Available Locations: Nebraska; Alabama; Indiana; New York; South Carolina; Texas; UtahPosted: 12/18/2025Deadline: 01/09/2026Salary Range: $140000 to $165000 plus ROA BonusWelcome to Nucor where our unique culture sets us a...