Job Description

Remote Operations & PLC Diagnostics Specialist

Is this you?

• Comfortable running complex industrial processes from a centralized control room.
• Fluent in PLC ladder logic—able to diagnose, modify, and document changes with precision.
• Known for keeping networks talking and data flowing across multiple platforms.
• Hands-on enough to trace faults to component-level electronics and solder clean fixes.

What you’ll do

• Remotely monitor blast furnace hoisting/charging and stove operation.
• Support field technicians, implement PLC ladder logic updates, and note blueprint revisions.
• Maintain continuous communications across computer systems and plant networks.
• Troubleshoot processors down to the board level; terminate fiber‑optic communications wiring.
• Service and calibrate scales/scale displays and sonar equipment (including radar level detectors).
• Apply combustion theory (oxygen/fuel mix) to inform operational decisions.
• Work with AC/DC drives and motor starters; Allen‑Bradley/GE Fanuc PLCs; Bristol/Emerson Ovation/Avton drives.

Qualifications

• Associate (2‑year) degree in electronics, electrical engineering, or computers required.
• 1–3 years in a similar role within a manufacturing plant environment required.
• MUST PASS WRITTEN COMMAND CENTER TEST.
• Experience using voltmeters, oscilloscopes, and common hand tools including a soldering gun.

Proficiencies

• PLC troubleshooting
• PLC wiring
• Blueprint reading

Technologies

• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Conveyor systems

Grow with U. S. Steel

Since 1901, we’ve shaped modern life—serving automotive, construction, packaging, appliances, and energy. With a 2050 net‑zero greenhouse gas goal, we’re innovating for a more sustainable future. Our culture emphasizes safety, leadership development, community partnerships, charitable giving, and employee volunteerism. We are United by Steel.

Awards & recognition

• Newsweek Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® 2021, ’22, ’23
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation Equality 100 Award 2020, ’21, ’22, ’23
• Disability:IN Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, ’22, ’23
• Ethisphere World’s Most Ethical Companies® 2022, ’23
• Military Times Best for Vets: Employers 2023
• Mansfield Certification for progressing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion in Legal Department: 2023

Our commitment

Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel’s success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company’s success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)

How you’ll succeed here

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Lead: Develop talent and collaborate

Do: Empower performance and deliver results

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