Power Systems Engineer II

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.

About Us:

River Metals Recycling is a division of the Nucor Corporation is a Fortune 150 company, known for being North America’s leader in designing, manufacturing, and recycling steel and steel products with a history of long-term sustainability and stability. Fortune Magazine recently ranked Nucor No. 1 on their list of the World’s Most Admired Companies in our industry. The key to Nucor’s success is that we care about the safety and well-being of our teammates and customers, the health and protection of our environment, and the relationships we establish in the communities where we live and work.

At the heart of every Nucor division are the dedicated people who make up our team. We are seeking a creative, motivated, and dedicated teammate to join our team. We offer you a challenging and rewarding work environment where you can contribute to the success of over 30,000 Nucor teammates. WATCH THIS VIDEO FOR MORE INFORMATION Best Benefits in the Business:
Paid Weekly with Bonus and Profit Sharing Clearly defined career pathways with unlimited growth opportunities Paid Training Company provided uniforms and PPE Paid Vacation – 3 weeks after 1 year Paid Holidays – 10 per year and 1 personal day Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement - $5,250 year for teammates, $2625 for spouses Scholarship Program – Every child of a Nucor teammate is eligible for $4000 per year Low-cost medical, dental, vision after 30 days Company-paid life and disability insurance Company matching 401(k) plan Employee stock purchase plan – we match 10% of your purchase Go to  to learn more!

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Job Functions:

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 policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times. This role focuses on medium‑ and low‑voltage power distribution, medium‑voltage shredder motor systems, and electrical safety compliance, working under the guidance of senior engineers while gaining increasing ownership of systems, projects, and site support responsibilities.

This position supports multiple recycling facilities and requires regular travel.

Key Responsibilities Safety & Electrical Compliance Demonstrate strong personal safety leadership and uphold Nucor’s safety culture at all times. Support arc flash studies, electrical hazard assessments, and NFPA 70E/70B compliance efforts. Assist in developing engineered solutions to reduce electrical risk and improve personnel safety. Ensure electrical work and designs align with OSHA, NEC, and company electrical standards. Power Distribution Systems Support the design, evaluation, and troubleshooting of low‑ and medium‑voltage power systems (480V through 15kV).

Assist with power system studies including load flow, short‑circuit, coordination, and arc flash. Troubleshoot plant power issues including voltage drop, nuisance tripping, equipment failures, and reliability concerns. Review electrical one‑lines and schematics and assist with maintaining documentation accuracy. Medium‑Voltage Motor Systems Assist with the technical management and reliability of medium‑voltage shredder motors and associated equipment. Support maintenance and operating strategies for:
Medium‑voltage motors Starters / drives Transformers and protection devices feeding shredder systems Participate in troubleshooting shredder motor issues including startups, trips, overheating, insulation concerns, and power quality impacts. Coordinate with maintenance teams, vendors, and contractors to support repairs, testing, and recommissioning activities. Assist with review of motor test data, maintenance records, and failure investigations. Support upgrades or replacements of shredder motor systems to improve safety, reliability, and performance.

Project Support & Field Execution Serve as a…