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United States Steel Corporation · 1 week ago

Industrial Control Center Technologist (Blast Furnace Automation)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry Level

$75K/yr - $76K/yr

1+ years exp

United States Steel Corporation is a leader in steelmaking, and they are seeking an Industrial Control Center Technologist to oversee blast furnace operations and ensure stable production. The role involves troubleshooting PLC ladder logic, maintaining communication systems, and diagnosing issues at a component level.

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Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee furnace operations remotely, including hoisting/charging and stove management, to keep production stable and safe

Partner with field technicians to interpret and troubleshoot PLC ladder logic, implement logic changes, and accurately mark revisions on blueprints

Interface with multiple systems and platforms while ensuring continuous, reliable network communication

Diagnose issues down to processor and board-level components; perform precision soldering when needed

Terminate and test fiber-optic communication cabling for robust connectivity

Maintain and calibrate scales, scale displays, and sonar/radar level detection equipment

Apply combustion fundamentals (e.g., oxygen/fuel ratio) to optimize operations

Work confidently with AC/DC drives and motor starters; Allen‑Bradley and GE Fanuc PLCs; and Bristol/Emerson Ovation/Avton drive systems

Qualification

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)Blueprint readingPLC troubleshootingElectrical engineeringHands-on proficiencyCombustion fundamentalsFiber-optic cablingAC/DC drivesSoldering

Required

2-year technical degree in electronics, electrical engineering, or computer-related field (required)

1–3 years of experience in a plant manufacturing environment in a similar controls/automation role (required)

Must pass the written Command Center test

Hands-on proficiency with voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and standard hand tools (including a soldering gun)

Comfort with PLC troubleshooting, PLC wiring, and blueprint reading

Benefits

Employee volunteerism

Leadership training

Company

United States Steel Corporation

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A new U. S. Steel is emerging.

Founded in 1901

Pittsburgh, PA, US

10001+ employees

https://www.ussteel.com

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