Engineer

Summary

Zekelman Industries is a family of companies known for being the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America. As an Engineer, you will support and optimize automated systems within manufacturing operations, focusing on a newly developed automated warehouse system while collaborating closely with various teams to ensure reliable performance and improve operational efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support automated systems controls and standard operating procedures
• Document warehouse management system processes and become a subject matter expert on automation integrations
• Support integrations between warehouse management systems, packaging systems, manufacturing execution systems, and transportation management systems
• Train and support onsite super users on troubleshooting and resolving automated system issues
• Assist in developing monitoring dashboards to proactively identify and resolve system concerns
• Coordinate and document integration activities, operating procedures, and issue resolution with internal and external vendors
• Gather employee feedback regarding automation system functionality and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements
• Collaborate with Information Security teams to support OT security, disaster recovery, and business continuity best practices
• Support change management processes including testing and approval activities for automation systems
• Assist in commissioning, optimization, and testing of automated manufacturing systems and equipment
• Support installation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting of hardware and software within automated environments
• Contribute to automation strategies that align with organizational goals and operational objectives
• Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices as required by regulatory agencies and Company policy
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

• 3+ years of experience in automation, industrial control systems, MES, process design, or project management environments
• Strong troubleshooting and process optimization skills
• Ability to support installation, maintenance, and upgrades of automated manufacturing systems
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
• Willingness to participate in on-call support schedules
• Ability to travel approximately 30% as required
• Ability to maintain regular, full-time, predictable attendance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
• Experience with PLCs, HMI programming, SCADA systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems, Warehouse Management Systems, or industrial automation technologies preferred
• Basic understanding of automated systems design, maintenance, and instrumentation
• Understanding of OT security and automation best practices preferred
• Ability to connect automation initiatives with organizational goals and operational improvements

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 3+ years of experience in automation, industrial control systems, MES, process design, or project management environments
• Strong troubleshooting and process optimization skills
• Ability to support installation, maintenance, and upgrades of automated manufacturing systems
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
• Willingness to participate in on-call support schedules
• Ability to travel approximately 30% as required
• Ability to maintain regular, full-time, predictable attendance

Nice to Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
• Experience with PLCs, HMI programming, SCADA systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems, Warehouse Management Systems, or industrial automation technologies preferred
• Basic understanding of automated systems design, maintenance, and instrumentation
• Understanding of OT security and automation best practices preferred
• Ability to connect automation initiatives with organizational goals and operational improvements

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Employee Loyalty Awards