Controls Engineer

Automation Engineer

Location: Pueblo, CO (Relocation Assistance Available)

Rocky Mountain Steel Mills is seeking an Automation Engineer to join our Pueblo manufacturing facility. This role supports highly automated steelmaking and rolling mill operations by designing, improving, and maintaining control systems that keep production running safely, efficiently, and reliably.

You’ll work closely with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to implement automation solutions that improve quality, reduce downtime, and optimize performance across the steel production process.

What You’ll Do

• Support automation systems for steelmaking, casting, and rolling mill operations

• Design, develop, and implement control systems (hardware and software)

• Troubleshoot and improve PLC and HMI systems (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation)

• Analyze production processes from scrap melting through finished product

• Develop performance metrics and connect plant control systems with business systems

• Provide ongoing maintenance support and see automation projects through completion

• Assist with project management and provide on-call support as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Automation Engineering (or equivalent)

• 4-7 years of experience in industrial or heavy manufacturing environments

• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, drives, and HMI systems

• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings

• Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Project, and PowerPoint

Work Environment

This role is based in an industrial manufacturing facility and involves exposure to machinery, electrical systems, temperature changes, and other typical plant conditions. Safety is a core value at Rocky Mountain Steel Mills.