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ZSG

Automation Engineer (Level 1)

ZSG, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29408

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About the Company Join one of the nation's most stable and fastest-growing Fortune 150 manufacturing companies. With 40+ years of success this organization offers unmatched stability, top-tier pay, and outstanding career growth. As the largest recycler of scrap steel in the U.S., they combine innovation, sustainability, and teamwork to build the future of manufacturing.

We're hiring a

Level 1 Automation Engineer

to design, program, and maintain automation and control systems within a high-performance manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for someone with PLC programming and industrial electrical experience who wants long-term career growth in advanced manufacturing.

Responsibilities Design, program, install, and troubleshoot

PLC-based automation systems

(Siemens / Allen-Bradley) Maintain and improve

industrial electrical control systems

for new and existing equipment Support

continuous improvement

by optimizing programs, HMI/SCADA systems, and automation controls Troubleshoot

AC/DC motors, drives, and instrumentation systems Develop electrical control procedures, standards, and documentation Partner with maintenance and production teams to increase uptime and efficiency Qualifications • 2+ years of

electrical maintenance

experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting • 2+ years of

PLC programming

(Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar) • Hands-on experience with

HMI / SCADA systems • Knowledge of

AC/DC drives, motors, and control systems

Preferred (Not Required):

Advanced

automation development

and programming Knowledge of

Cold Mill processes

or metals manufacturing BS in

Electrical Engineering , Mechatronics, or related field Siemens TIA Portal

experience Proficiency with

PDA analysis

and system diagnostics What's In It for You

Competitive

pay + bonus opportunities Excellent

health, dental, and retirement benefits A

safety-first culture

built on teamwork and respect 40+ years of

job security Career advancement

with structured training and leadership opportunities Be part of a

sustainable, environmentally responsible

company

Keywords that apply to this role: Automation Engineer, PLC Programmer, Electrical Controls Engineer, Automation Technician, Industrial Electrician, SCADA Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley, Cold Mill, Metals Manufacturing, Electrical Maintenance, Industrial Automation.