Summary
Support, program, test, and commission Level 1 control systems for new and existing installations of Hot and Cold Rolling Mills.
As a flat rolling Level 1 Engineer, you will play a critical role in delivering and supporting world-class automation solutions for rolling mill installations across global markets, working within a collaborative engineering team at the forefront of metals industry technology.
Why SMS group?
At SMS group, you'll be part of an international team shaping the future of the metals industry through innovative engineering. We offer opportunities for professional growth, global project exposure, and mentorship from experienced engineers — all within a collaborative, forward-thinking culture.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Design and implement Level 1 control systems based on project requirements, SMS standards, and reference projects
- Program Level 1 control systems from detailed function descriptions for project-specific equipment
- Gain hands-on mentorship from industry veterans while building specialized expertise in rolling technology and control system design
- Collaborate with project management, mechanical engineering, and Level 2 engineering teams
- Participate in integration testing to ensure system readiness before shipment to the job site
- Lead on-site commissioning and startup of Level 1 control systems for new plant installations
- Train customer personnel in maintenance and troubleshooting best practices
- Provide remote and on-site service support for existing systems, partnering with engineers across the organization
- Operate with autonomy — take ownership of broad objectives and apply your expertise independently
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an engineering role in metals or a similar industry
- Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers
- Be willing to travel to support the project work.
- Strong problem solving skills especially while under time pressure during commissioning
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural, international environments
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Physical Demands
- General office work
- Ability to travel to support project work
- Frequently required to stand, walk and sit
- Frequently required to reach with hands and arms
- Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Work Environment
- Office conditions
- Varying site conditions that could include:
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts
- Possible risk of electrical shock
- The noise level in the work environment usually is loud
Ready to bring your controls engineering expertise to a global stage? Apply today.
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 or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in an engineering role in metals or a similar industry
- Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers
- Willingness to travel to support project work
- Strong problem-solving skills, especially under time pressure during commissioning
- Ability to work effectively in multicultural, international environments
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
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.
