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Objective of the Job:
This position is an automation technician responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, improving, and maintaining the level 1 automation system in the Cold Mill area of the Big River Steel facility.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1) Ensure Safety, Environmental, Quality requirements and "where applicable" ResponsibleSteel requirements are followed.
2) Responsible for computer systems, PLCs, control circuits, communication systems, I/O field devices, VFD drives/motors, measurement systems, and other control equipment.
3) Coordinate BRS, contractor, and vendor activities to install or modify electrical equipment following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, and other specifications.
4) Work directly with all maintenance and operations personnel in a fast-paced environment to help develop a safety focused, productive roll mill team, support electrical teammates to help maintain a positive and efficient work environment focused on safety and reliability.
5) Train others in the electrical department on the function and maintenance of the level 1 systems.
6) Manage the design, development, implementation, and procurement of hardware and/or software for level 1 improvement projects and provide support for other disciplines' projects.
Qualifications:
1) Demonstrated safety focus and willingness to proactively apply it in a team environment.
2) Quality and detail oriented with superior problem solving and communication skills.
3) Highly motivated, self-directed, hands-on approach, and willing to put in extra hours or on-call support
4) Minimum 5 years of automation experience in the metals industry (hot rolling and casting experience preferred).
5) Previous experience with NFPA 70E safe work practices.
6) Experience interpreting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
7) Advanced PLC programing (Siemens preferred), regulator tuning, data acquisition/analysis, motor and drives control, communication systems, and HMI experience.
8) Computer/electrical degree or equivalent training is required.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
The environment is typical for a steel mill production area, with extreme temperatures, high noise levels, and dusty/greasy areas. Scheduled work hours are day shift Monday through Friday.
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position does not supervise others.
Company Overview
Since 1901, U. S. Steel has been a recognized leader in steel production. Today, as the first North American steel company to have declared a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, we remain as innovative as ever, leading transformation across our industry while continuing to make products for everyday life - from industries as far ranging as automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy.
Underneath it all is our Culture of Caring, which shows up in our community partnerships, charitable contributions, company-sponsored employee volunteer initiatives, scholarship programs, leadership training, and much more. And of course, it takes shape in a steadfast commitment to safety first in our workplaces and respect for our employees, who are United by Steel.
We are honored to have earned accolades and awards from well-regarded organizations, including the following:

• Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies® 2022, '23, '24
• Disability: IN's Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, '22, '23, '24
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Equality 100 Award 2020, '21, '22, '23-24, '25
• Military Times' Best for Vets: Employers 2023, '24

Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel's success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company's success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit www.ussteel.com/CANotice regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)
Competency Summary
At U. S. Steel all employees are expected to display the following core competencies every day to advance corporate, team and individual goals:
Think: Think Critically and Drive Change
Lead: Develop Talent and Collaborate
Do: Empower Performance and Deliver Results