Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

At CF&I Steel, L.P., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Job Description and Responsibilities

Rocky Mountain Steel Mills is seeking a Junior Automation Engineer to join our plant in Pueblo, Colorado. As part of the maintenance team the Junior Automation Engineer will be responsible for leading efforts related to root cause analysis, installation, process mapping, fish boning, trial planning and performance, development of real-time process control solutions and the maintenance of low and high-voltage electrical, automation and instrumentation equipment. This role requires departmental collaboration with internal and external partners when addressing issues and the implementation of improvements.

• Address automation control system and production performance issues with a cross functional team
• Identify and lead various types of data acquisition efforts, working with process data acquisition systems (PDA) from device level to PLC programing
• Executes and confirms process improvement efforts are implemented and properly and concisely documented to eliminate reoccurrence
• Experience on searching, reading, interpreting and reviewing Rockwell PLC application
• Basic experience on Rockwell PLC software, design and develop necessary changes to maintain and improve process
• Maintains, troubleshoots, PLC cabinet components and logics
• Troubleshooting skills for electrical circuits and network systems
• Knowledge of basic computer hardware and applications software
• Must be able to be on call and assist personnel in times of emergency and business needs

Requirements

• Engineering Degree (Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics) Journeyman Status accepted
• 0-2 years of instrumentation and automation experience preferably in industrial or manufacturing industries (steel, mining, paper mills, etc)
• Working knowledge of interpreting data sheets, calibration sheets and procedures, instrument symbols and terminology, P&ID drawings, and electrical drawings.
• Knowledge in calibrating and troubleshooting instrumentation as pressure, temperature and flow transmitters starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, etc
• Working knowledge operating and validating loop diagrams, DC & AC circuits and measuring tools
• Basis knowledge in computer hardware and applications software
• Must have proven experience with following PLCs: Allen Bradley CompactLogix & ControlLogix
• Must have troubleshooting knowledge of basic Allen Bradley VFD's (PowerFlex 755)
• Must have troubleshooting knowledge of basic Ethernet networks to manage and unmanage Ethernet switches and fiber optics, etc.
• Must have experience and kills related to processing equipment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills

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Compensation $90,000 - $110,000

Open & Closing Dates: 11/12/2025 - 12/30/2025

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• Short and long term disability programs
• Competitive retirement plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail careers@orionsteel.com or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!

Job Tags

Temporary work, Apprenticeship, Flexible hours,

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