At EVRAZ, 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

EVRAZ North America is seeking a Process Automation Engineer to join our team in Portland, Oregon. It is the responsibility of the Process Automation Engineer to increase the production and shipping of quality product by improving equipment availability and utilization, and finding innovative solutions to manufacturing problems. Incumbents will work closely with production, quality and maintenance departments to identify and resolve potential areas of improvement and then work towards implementing solutions to ensure that the equipment and process is effectively producing prime quality plate.

• Troubleshoot, modify, and create Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) code using Rockwell software for Allen-Bradley PLCs or Siemens Software and PLCs
• Create new PLC code and specify new hardware and associated electrical drawings for projects that have been assigned to you to lead or while helping other Engineers with their projects
• Assist in troubleshooting live equipment either on the plant floor or remotely while working with others to keep production running safely and efficiently
• Develop strategies to reduce defects, delays, and other missed opportunities
• Gather and analyze data to produce proof-of-concept models for process improvement, ensuring that the data recorded accurately represents the process
• Understand equipment limitations, collaborate with engineering personnel to continually improve equipment performance
• Create new HMI code using Ignition software from Inductive Automation
• Develop training tools to help team members across the organization gain a better understanding of the process
• Maintain knowledge of current Best Practices in Process Automation through continuous education

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Process, Metallurgy, or Mechanical Engineering or proven equivalent experience
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in Process Automation
• Proficient in various PLC languages and tools
• Process Automation experience in Heavy Industrial or Manufacturing fields
• Experience in Control Theory (Feed Back, Feed Forward, and sequencing concepts and application)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic schematics and use technical manuals
• Experience with logical circuitry and troubleshooting logical circuits
• Database interaction and query language experience
• Strong computer skills with experience in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

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

EVRAZ North America 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.

EVRAZ North America 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 [email protected] 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!