Automation Engineer - Nucor Towers & Structures

Job DetailsDivision: Nucor Towers & Structures IncLocation: Crawfordsville, IN, United StatesOther Available Locations: N/AWelcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's 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.Expand Beyond with NucorNucor Towers and Structures (NTS) is a new entity within Nucor, the largest recycler and largest manufacturer of steel and steel products in North America, focused on the execution of our strategy to “Expand Beyond” our core business. As a part of Nucor’s New Markets product group, NTS is focused on the exciting growth potential in the power distribution market. Our current production facility is in West Hazleton, Pennsylvania with three new greenfield facilities going up in Decatur, Alabama, Crawfordsville, Indiana, and Brigham City, Utah.Why Nucor?With a firm commitment to our teammates, strong benefits, and performance incentives, it’s easy to see why Nucor is named one of America’s best employers and ranked as the #1 employer in our industry by Fortune Magazine. For more information on our benefits go to Nucor.com/benefits.We work together to create a safe, positive, and engaging environment. While delivering the highest quality products and service for our customers, we lead the steel industry in environmental responsibility. Joining our team means working with people who have your back and are invested in helping you build a strong future. You will never stop learning at Nucor – and when you are ready to take the next step in your career, we’re ready too. Basic Job Functions:We are seeking an Automation Engineer who will take ownership over automation and electrical functions at Nucor Towers & Structures Indiana (NTSIN).NTSIN will feature state-of-the-art controls, automation, and robotics for advanced steel manufacturing, and the teammate will be responsible for maximizing machine productivity. The teammate must be able to support the integration of robots into custom designed manufacturing cells and fabrication processes.ResponsibilitiesInstall, maintain, and upgrade automation systems at key points in the production processTroubleshoot non-functioning components including servos, sensors, and control componentsProgram and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and robotic systemsAttend automation, robotics, and equipment supplier trainingSafety 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:Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent work experienceDiverse background in PLCs, HMIs, and industrial controlsAbility to travel for training and alignment with the other NTS sitesPreferred Qualifications:Experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and drivesExperience with ABB robotsExperience with IgnitionExperience working in a greenfield environmentNucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace