QA Automation Engineer

• Strengthen the availability, reliability, and performance of Process Control systems to enhance product quality, increase output, and reduce downtime
• Maintain Process Control infrastructure, including networks, servers, applications, and related support platforms
• Develop process software, database tools, PLC programs, and HMI applications
• Administer control application servers, licensing tools, software maintenance agreements, vendor support contracts, and process databases
• Resolve issues with PLC, HMI, SCADA, plant-floor networking, and manufacturing execution platforms
• Create reports, analyze operating data, and identify opportunities to increase efficiency, quality, reliability, and product performance
• Contribute to automation and control initiatives that optimize plant processes
• Respond to manufacturing system needs during off-hours as required
• Stay current with advancements in automation technology, plant-floor networking, computer hardware/software, and steelmaking processes
• Initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards