Automation Engineer - Nucor Towers & Structures

Nucor Corporation
Decatur, AL
Job Details


Division: Nucor Towers & Structures Inc


Location: Decatur, AL, United States


Other Available Locations: N/A


Deadline to Apply: April 18, 2026

Expand Beyond with Nucor

Nucor Towers and Structures (NTS) is a new entity within Nucor, the largest recycler and largest manufacturer of steel and steel products in North America, focused on the execution of our strategy to "Expand Beyond" our core business. As a part of Nucor's New Markets product group, NTS is focused on the exciting growth potential in the power distribution market. Our current production facilities are in West Hazleton, Pennsylvania, Decatur, Alabama, Crawfordsville, Indiana, and a greenfield location in Brigham City, Utah.

Why Nucor?


With a firm commitment to our teammates, strong benefits and performance incentives, it's easy to see why Nucor is named one of America's best employers and ranked as the #1 employer in its industry by Fortune Magazine. For more information on our benefits go to Nucor.com/benefits

We work together to create a safe, positive, and engaging environment. While delivering the highest quality products and service for our customers, we lead the steel industry in environmental responsibility. Joining our team means working with people who have your back and are invested in helping you build a strong future. You will never stop learning at Nucor - and when you are ready to take the next step in your career, we're ready too.

Basic Job Functions:

We are seeking an Automation Engineer who will take ownership over automation and electrical functions at Nucor Towers & Structures Alabama (NTSAL).

NTSAL will feature state-of-the-art controls, automation, and robotics for advanced steel manufacturing, and the teammate will be responsible for maximizing machine productivity. The teammate must be able to support the integration of robots into custom designed manufacturing cells and fabrication processes.

  • Install, maintain, and upgrade automation systems at key points in the production process
  • Troubleshoot non-functioning components including servos, sensors, and control components
  • Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and robotic systems
  • Attend automation, robotics, and equipment supplier training
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.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or equivalent work experience
  • Diverse background in PLCs, HMIs, and industrial controls
  • Ability to travel for training and alignment with the other NTS sites
Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and drives
  • Experience with ABB robots
  • Experience working in a greenfield environment
  • Experience with Ignition or other SCADA platforms
Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vets - and a drug - free workplace

Nearest Major Market: DecaturNucor Corporation is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Posted 2026-04-15

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