Production Automation Development Lead Job at Nucor Corporation in Norfolk

Nucor is North America's largest recycler and most diversified steel and steel products company. Since 1969, we've led the industry in developing innovative technologies for recycling scrap into high-quality steels that are all around us, from bridges and buildings to cars and appliances.

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Basic Job Functions:

Vulcraft/Verco Group (VVG) Process Automation is seeking a dynamic problem solver to work with a multi-disciplinary team supporting automated process controls initiatives. In this role the teammate will be responsible for developing and implementing automated manufacturing systems using state-of-the-art technologies. This role will spend a significant amount of time in a shop environment to develop new process control and robotic systems. Although this position will be a part of a team, periods of self-directed work to support team goals will be commonplace. This position will also be required to interface with external technology and integration partners to coordinate goals, progress, and results to ensure successful implementation and alignment with the overall automation strategy. As successful automated systems are developed, the teammate will also be responsible for supporting system implementation using their gained expertise. This position will require travel as needed for the various manufacturing locations across the US and Canada. 

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 practices, policies, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience developing and/or implementing state-of-the-art technologies in automated manufacturing systems

• Associates and/or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field. xrczosw

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience implementing robotic systems
• 3 years of experience developing automated welding applications
• Experience working successfully in a R&D environment
• Experience commissioning automation systems in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.