Job Information
Adecco US, Inc. Automation Engineer in Portage, Indiana
Automation Engineer:
The Process (Level I) Automation Engineer is responsible for all field automated processes in the unit, guaranteeing the reliability of plant automation assets through a collaborative team effort with other departments. The technician is committed to safety and embraces change to drive continuous improvement in the organization.
Role and Responsibilities
Assists in the development and implementation of plant safety practices that promote an injury and accident free workplace. Performs maintenance tasks safely in accordance with plant safety rules.
Maintains, designs, programs and improves automated machinery and processes.
Troubleshoots level I, process equipment and system failures, assists in root cause analysis of such failures and assists in formulating and execution of solutions.
Evaluates baseline departmental metrics and provides the management team with recommendations that lead to measureable bottom line improvements in safety, quality, productivity, reliability, and cost.
Supports the Engineering department with capital project implementation to meet completion schedules and budgets while supporting operational and maintenance needs.
Supports the finishing department to complete SEI and other process improvement projects.
Supports Instrument techs & other maintenance personnel to accomplish maintenance task loads as needed for planned and unplanned maintenance activities.
Communicates with maintenance manager for supplies and critical spare parts needs.
Identifies level I automation process deficiencies and actively pursues improvement projects and/or capital projects to guarantee continuous operations.
Maintains a clean and capable level I workstation for all departmental assets to assist maintenance personnel in troubleshooting.
Maintains required documentation.
Self-identifies skills/training needs and acquires needed training.
Follows all applicable laws and regulations to include but not limited to OSHA, EPA/DEP, etc.
Attends and fully participates in required meetings.
Interfaces and communicates with bargaining unit (union) employees in compliance with the current collective bargaining agreement (Union Contract).
Follows all company policies as outlined in the current NLMK Policies & Procedures for Salaried Employees Manual and any applicable amendments.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Two or Four year degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field, or related experience.
Proficient in PLC's, HMI's, Drives and other machine automation.
Preferred Skills
Proficient in other computer software including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and AutoCAD.
Two years' experience in steel processes.
Additional Notes
Must be very flexible in work hours. Normal work schedule can include weekends and off hours.
Pay Details: $85,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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