Automation Engineer I

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Pittsburgh, PA, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Other
The Role
Develop and deploy HMI/SCADA interfaces for automated metals-industry machinery. Responsibilities include designing screen mockups and scalable SCADA architectures, programming interfaces, integrating PLCs and SQL Server databases, testing simulated systems, supporting commissioning and installation, and servicing existing systems. The role collaborates with controls and project engineers and requires travel throughout North America.
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Summary

As an HMI Developer, you will work alongside an experienced team of controls engineer to design advanced control systems for the metals industry. You will develop, test, and deploy graphically rich, easy-to-use operator interfaces that display the current state of sensors and control automated machinery. Come join our growing team today!

Who we are

At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located. 

www.sms-group.us 

What you’ll do

  • Work with both controls engineers and project engineers to develop specifications for the HMI/SCADA (Human Machine Interface/Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) specifications 
  • Prepare screen mock-ups and create framework designs 
  • Develop clear and eye-catching operator interface screens 
  • Design a robust and scalable architecture within the SCADA/HMI platform 
  • Perform SCADA/HMI Programming 
  • Interface with PLC control systems, database applications (SQL Server) and other data sources 
  • Conduct testing with project teams in simulated environments staged in the office 
  • Assist with site commissioning and installation 
  • Service existing systems as required 
  • Travel throughout the NAFTA required

What you’ll need 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering with 3-5 years of experience a must have
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written 
  • Experience with WinCC, Ignition, or other HMI platforms is an asset but not required 
  • Experience with Virtual Machines and IT/Networking is a plus, but not required 
  • Aptitude or interest for programming (scripting, C++, VBA, or other similar language)  

What we offer

Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid vacation, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more!  

What we do

SMS group is the leading partner in the world of metals. We are an original equipment supplier offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology, and heat treatment plants - all from a single source.  

SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.  

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
  • 3–5 years of professional experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience with WinCC, Ignition, or other HMI platforms
  • Experience with virtual machines and IT/networking
  • Aptitude or interest in programming, including scripting, C++, VBA, or similar languages
  • Successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test
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The Company
HQ: Pittsburgh, PA
755 Employees

What We Do

SMS group Inc. is responsible for new equipment sales, upgrades and modernizations for North American metals producers, and is a world leader in outsourced maintenance services for the steel and non-ferrous metals industry. SMS group Inc., a member of the SMS group family, is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. At SMS group Inc., we are an original equipment supplier offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology, and heat treatment plants - all from a single source. Apart from traditional refurbishment services for all major OEM equipment, you can also take advantage of our comprehensive field services and modernization projects. Steel production is our largest market, where we supply world class new equipment and actively support operations and maintenance devising solutions throughout the process from melting and casting to rolling and finishing. In addition to new equipment supply, our Forging division has experienced maintenance specialists who focus on closed and open-die forging, powder metal presses, extrusion presses, and ring rolling. New equipment supply, maintenance services, and spare parts inside the aluminum industry crosses a wide variety of products including flat rolling mill equipment, plate stretchers and extrusion presses. For tubes and pipes, our unique broad know-how covers the complete line of processes from ERW to spiral welded pipe as well as seamless producing operations utilizing equipment from cold drawing and pilger mills to piercing mills. It is our commitment to be the Leading Partner for our customers guiding and assisting our customers to make equipment and process decisions that allow them to remain competitive in an ever evolving global market, and serve as a single source for new equipment, maintenance and spare parts that our customers can trust and value.

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