Electrical Engineer III - Controls

About the role

Carpenter Technology Corporation's Hartsville Operations, located in McBee, South Carolina, is a mini-mill supplying high-quality round, square, and hexagonal stainless steel bars. The primary role of the Electrical Engineer III – Controls is to develop, project manage, and execute CAPEX projects as the project manager in the areas of Automation & Controls.

Responsibilities

• Design and Development: Identify and understand the company's needs related to control systems; analyze data to identify areas for improvement; implement solutions to enhance control system efficiency.
• Technical Support and Mentorship: Provide technical support to team members; work with maintenance to remedy breakdowns.
• System Configuration and Optimization: Configure, standardize, and optimize control systems for equipment and processes; define system requirements and participate in system configuration; act as a liaison between end-users and system developers/OEMs; ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Project Management: Develop and execute projects from start to finish; supervise installation, testing, and commissioning of control systems; manage project costs, schedules, and budgets; develop business cases where automation and control upgrades can improve throughput and costs for a given work center or process.
• Perform all other duties and special projects assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• 5+ years working in the controls and automation industry.
• Experience in the steel automation industry.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with engineering-related software.
• Knowledge of lean principles.
• PLC Programming is required.
• HMI development is required.
• AC and DC drive knowledge required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Well organized and able to prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions.
• Willing to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment.

Preferred qualifications

• Familiarity with Rockwell and Siemens controllers.
• Familiarity with Aveva InTouch.
• Expertise with EtherNet/IP, Industrial Ethernet, and Profibus Networks (CAN).
• Knowledge of automated equipment systems, robotics, and material handling.

Benefits

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 401k with company contributions.