Process Automation Technician

## Process Automation Technician Apply locations:
Portland, OR, USAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 5 Days Agojob requisition :
R7601

At Oregon Steel Mills LLC, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.
** Job Description and Responsibilities
** We are seeking a
** Process Automation Technician
** to join our team in Portland, Oregon. This position reports to the
** Process Automation Supervisor
** and is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting automated systems that support steel production. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment where you will help keep operations running efficiently while building your technical skills in industrial automation.
* Support 24/7 mill operations by resolving equipment and system issues
* Troubleshoot and support PLC, SCADA, and HMI control systems across mill operations
* Perform routine inspections and operational checks on automation and gauging systems
* Work closely with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify and fix problems
* Assist with installation, commissioning, and upgrades of automation equipment
* Document work and communicate updates clearly across shifts
* Support calibration and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems
* Update technical documentation, drawings, and procedures
* Participate in continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and product quality
** Requirements
* ** Associate degree in Electronics, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
* 1–3+ years of experience in industrial automation, manufacturing, or process control
* Experience with PLC systems (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens)
* Familiarity with SCADA and HMI systems
* Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and control systems
* Ability to read electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic schematics
* Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams
* Willingness to work rotating shifts in a 24/7 steel mill environment
** Preferred:
*** Experience with Ignition HMI/SCADA platform (Inductive Automation)
* Experience with iba DAQ and visualization software
* Programming experience (C#, VB, .Net, C, Python)
** Work Environment
*** Industrial steel mill environment with exposure to noise, vibration, and high heat
* Work performed both in a control room/desk setting and on the mill floor
* Regular exposure to active equipment, including moving machinery and electrical systems
* Fast-paced production environment requiring awareness of safety procedures and surroundings
** Physical Requirements
*** Ability to perform light work, including lifting up to 20 lbs occasionally

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!
* Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
* Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
* Short and long term disability programs
* Competitive retirement plans
* Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
* Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
* Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
* Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
* Tuition reimbursement
* Wellness program
** All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.
**** While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
**** Equal Opportunity Employer
** Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail  or call: . We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.### About UsOrion Steel Group, L.L.C is a leading producer of engineered steel products for rail, energy and industrial end markets with a legacy of operational success in the United States and Canada.

We recycle nearly 1 million tons of scrap metal a year making steel to produce the materials vital to energy exploration, recovery and transmission, central to the movement of goods and people, and critical to building North America’s industrial infrastructure. From railroads to green energy, our engineered steel products strengthen our economy.

Our team members come from diverse backgrounds, but all share a common set of core values. They work together to solve problems, contribute ideas and develop leading-edge products and processes that ensure success for our customers and our business. Strength in steel, strength in people.
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