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Automation Technician

Nucor

Ghent, KY

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
AutoCAD, Automation, Automation Systems, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Dental Insurance, Electric Motor, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electromechanical Systems, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Lead Generation, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Manufacturing, Network Administration/Management, Network Systems, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Peripheral Hardware, Problem Solving Skills, Production Machining, Profit & Loss, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project/Program Management, Recycling, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Schematics, Servomechanism, Steel Industry, System Integration (SI), Systems Maintenance, Systems/Internals Programming, Testing, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Ghent, KY
POSTED
4 days ago

Nucor Corporation is hiring an Automation Technician in Ghent, KY (Onsite, Full-Time). This role is responsible for designing, programming, installing, and troubleshooting electrical machinery and industrial automation systems to support safety, quality, productivity, and profitability goals. The top three requirements for this position are industrial network experience, PLC programming experience, and an associate’s degree in an automation-related discipline.

Benefits include:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit sharing and performance-based incentives
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career development and technical training opportunities
• Long-term career growth with an industry leader


Job Requirements:
• Associate’s degree in an automation-related discipline
• Industrial network experience
• Experience in PLC programming
• Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and following electrical and hydraulic schematics
• Experience troubleshooting industrial electric motors
• Ability to diagnose and resolve issues in electrical cabinets and peripheral equipment
• Ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies and procedures
• Ability to produce detailed automation drawings using CAD (AutoCAD preferred)
• Advanced understanding of AC, DC, and servo drives preferred
• Ability to design, service, and troubleshoot control systems from electromechanical devices to high-speed production machines and PLCs preferred
• Ability to manage automation projects with minimal supervision preferred
• 3+ years of experience working with Siemens PLC systems, including programming, diagnostics, and system integration preferred


Job Duties:
• Design, install, program, test, and troubleshoot electrical machinery and automation systems
• Support division objectives related to safety, quality, cost, productivity, and profitability
• Develop and modify PLC programs to optimize system performance
• Diagnose and repair industrial electrical systems, motors, and control panels
• Interpret and apply electrical and hydraulic schematics
• Create and update automation drawings and system documentation
• Integrate and maintain industrial network systems
• Train team members on automation systems and equipment
• Maintain strict adherence to safety standards and housekeeping practices


Nucor Corporation is North America’s largest recycler and most diversified steel and steel products company, pioneering innovative technologies since 1969 to transform scrap into high-quality steel used in infrastructure, manufacturing, and consumer goods. Nucor is committed to safety, continuous improvement, and investing in teammates through professional development, performance-based rewards, and long-term career opportunities.

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