PLC & Automation Technician
Monroe, VA - USA
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Division: Nucor Warehouse Systems
Location: Monroe GA United States
Other Available Locations: N/A
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:
- Troubleshoot maintain and repair PLC-based control systems including I/O field devices sensors and actuators
- Diagnose electrical control and automation-related equipment failures and implement corrective actions
- Monitor adjust and optimize PLC logic to support production performance and quality
- Support startup commissioning and debugging of new automation equipment and process improvements
- Maintain and update HMI screens alarms and data collection systems
- Troubleshoot VFDs servo drives motion control systems and industrial communications (Ethernet/IP Profinet Modbus etc.)
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on automation and electrical systems
- Read and interpret electrical schematics PLC programs P&IDs and mechanical drawings
- Work closely with maintenance engineering and operations teams to resolve downtime issues
- Assist with root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
- Follow all safety policies including Lockout/Tagout arc flash and energized work procedures
- Maintain accurate documentation backups and change control for PLC programs and automation systems
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 policies practices procedures and housekeeping standards at all times.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 1 - 2 years of experience supporting industrial PLC and automation systems in a manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience with at lease one major PLC platform (Allen-Bradley Siemens Schneider etc.)
- Experience with HMIs sensors (photoeye proximity analog) and other safety devices.
- Familiarity with reading blueprints and schematics is a must.
- Must be able to work rotational shifts; overtime weekends and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology Automation Mechatronics or related field
- Experience with robotics vision systems or servo applications
- Knowledge of safety PLCs machine safety standards and guarding systems
- Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance documentation
- Experience supporting automated roll forming conveyors paint lines or similar equipment
- NFPA 70E OSHA or automation-related certifications
Nucor is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and a drug-free workplace
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Nucor Corporation is the safest, highest quality, lowest cost, most productive and most profitable steel and steel products company in the world.