Basic Job Functions:

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Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Nucor Rebar Fabrication is ready to build a world-class team as part of the launch of Nucor’s newest bar mill in Lexington, NC. Our fabrication shop will feature state-of-the-art machinery in a 100,000-square foot facility nestled in the beautiful scenery of Lexington, NC. Located just 20 miles from the vibrant hub of Winston-Salem, Lexington offers abundant recreational opportunities including fishing at High Rock Lake, hiking, and of course, BBQ! Lexington is the BBQ capital of the world, with 20 delicious BBQ restaurants to choose from – bring your appetite!

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Purpose:

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The Automation Engineer is responsible for collaborating with Maintenance and Production teams to maximize safety and optimize Nucor Rebar Fabrication processes.

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Responsibilities:

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•    Training team members across locations to support consistent performance and knowledge sharing.
•    Using engineering principles, algorithms and techniques to trouble shoot and improve both the process and equipment.
•    Developing and implementing improvement plans involving both hardware and software systems.
•    Providing support outside of normal business hours as needed, including flexible scheduling for unscheduled and scheduled overtime, weekends, and holidays.
•    Assisting with regional maintenance initiatives and supporting cross-site collaboration.
•    Adapting to evolving responsibilities as assigned by the area Supervisor/Manager in response to operational needs.
•    Traveling regularly to other regional NRF locations to identify improvement opportunities, resolve issues, and share best practices.
•    Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Process, Electrical, Automation Engineering or related field OR
• 2 years of industrial maintenance and automation experience

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Preferred Qualifications:

Preferences:

• aSa software experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience in a reinforcing steel fabrication environment

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Physical Demands:

• Some heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.) may be necessary
• Working conditions can be noisy/ dusty/ hot/ cold

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Special Demands:

• Due to the operating conditions of the position, this is a safety-sensitive position
• Frequent travel to regional branches

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