For over 100 years this company has been a leader in its industry. In North America they supply several industries such as: agricultural, automotive, construction, distribution, energy, industrial and mining. The facility in Richmond, VA has been running since 2007 and continues to grow.

Reasons to work here:

• A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the auto industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
• A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and creates products that serve humanity.
• An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
• Career growth and training.

Benefit offerings:

• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
• 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
• Life/Accidental Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Annual Bonus
• Health Advocate Services
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Career Path System and Training

Summary of role:

The role of the Sr. Industrial Controls Engineer is primarily two-fold. First, to be a great team member who demonstrates high levels of honesty, integrity, and ownership in everything they do. Second, is to ensure the success of the team by SAFELY performing maintenance, programming, and upgrade tasks on Level II software systems, as well as proposing and implementing innovative solutions to challenges in the steel making process and business. Safety is the most important part of all jobs here; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to consistently initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.

What you will do:

• Develop and/or modify control system software to meet evolving company production requirements or goals.
• Determine the root cause of control system problems and develop effective corrective actions.
• Ensure stability and availability of control system hardware and software by thorough and precise maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Work with other engineers responsible for interconnected systems to assist their troubleshooting efforts.
• Provide technical support for maintenance personnel as required.
• Ability to manage projects and contractors as required.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• BS in Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering preferred OR HS Diploma/ GED and 5 years of related experience in a manufacturing plant.
• 3+ years of experience with industrial automation controls and object-oriented software development and the ability to demonstrate fundamental control theory knowledge.
• Must have metal industry or heavy manufacturing industry experience such as Power, Pulp & Paper, Chemical, Raw Materials, etc.
• Experience with iBA software preferred. Major part of their responsibility data acquisition software.
• Knowledge of languages and/or technologies including: VB.Net, HTML, C, C#, Python, SCADA,
• Server management and virtual machine hosting.
• Familiar with databases such as Microsoft SQL and/or Oracle.
• HMI experience with one or more of these platforms: Ignition, Wonderware, Simotion, or iFix.
• Industrial process automation communications experience including Ethernet IP, Profinet, Profibus.
• Networking fundamentals and systems set-up.
• Ability to work Monday - Friday, 7am to 4pm.

To comply with some state laws, the annual base salary range for this position has been provided. The range given is broad and should be considered as a guideline only. Our client will consider a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, the salaries of current employees in similar roles, and other factors when extending an offer.