Jr. Process Automation Engineer

EVRAZ North America • Pueblo, CO

81d • $90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

EVRAZ NA is seeking a Junior Automation Engineer to join our plant in Pueblo, Colorado. As part of the maintenance team the Junior Automation Engineer will be responsible for leading efforts related to root cause analysis, installation, process mapping, fish boning, trial planning and performance, development of real-time process control solutions and the maintenance of low and high-voltage electrical, automation and instrumentation equipment. This role requires departmental collaboration with internal and external partners when addressing issues and the implementation of improvements.

Requirements

• Engineering Degree (Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics) Journeyman Status accepted
• 0-2 years of instrumentation and automation experience preferably in industrial or manufacturing industries (steel, mining, paper mills, etc)
• Working knowledge of interpreting data sheets, calibration sheets and procedures, instrument symbols and terminology, P&ID drawings, and electrical drawings
• Knowledge in calibrating and troubleshooting instrumentation as pressure, temperature and flow transmitters starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, etc
• Working knowledge operating and validating loop diagrams, DC & AC circuits and measuring tools
• Basic knowledge in computer hardware and applications software
• Proven experience with following PLCs: Allen Bradley CompactLogix & ControlLogix
• Troubleshooting knowledge of basic Allen Bradley VFD's (PowerFlex 755)
• Troubleshooting knowledge of basic Ethernet networks to manage and unmanage Ethernet switches and fiber optics, etc
• Experience and skills related to processing equipment
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Address automation control system and production performance issues with a cross functional team
• Identify and lead various types of data acquisition efforts, working with process data acquisition systems (PDA) from device level to PLC programming
• Execute and confirm process improvement efforts are implemented and properly and concisely documented to eliminate reoccurrence
• Experience on searching, reading, interpreting and reviewing Rockwell PLC application
• Basic experience on Rockwell PLC software, design and develop necessary changes to maintain and improve process
• Maintain, troubleshoot, PLC cabinet components and logics
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits and network systems
• Knowledge of basic computer hardware and applications software
• Be on call and assist personnel in times of emergency and business needs

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree