Junior Automation Engineer
Company: Rocky Mountain Steel
Location: Pueblo
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Junior Automation Engineer
Location: Pueblo, CO (Relocation Assistance Available) Rocky
Mountain Steel Mills is looking for a Junior Automation Engineer to
join our Pueblo manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on,
early-career role where you’ll work alongside experienced engineers
and technicians to support automation, electrical, and
instrumentation systems in a highly automated steelmaking
environment. You’ll help troubleshoot issues, collect and analyze
process data, and support improvements that make our production
safer, more reliable, and more efficient. What You’ll Do Support
automation and process control systems with a cross-functional team
Assist with root cause analysis, process mapping, and continuous
improvement efforts Work with process data acquisition systems,
PLCs, and field devices Troubleshoot PLC cabinets, electrical
circuits, instrumentation, and basic networks Review and make basic
updates to Rockwell PLC programs (CompactLogix & ControlLogix) Help
document improvements to prevent repeat issues Provide on-call
support as needed What We’re Looking For Degree in Electrical,
Automation, Mechatronics Engineering (or Journeyman equivalent) 0–2
years of experience in automation, instrumentation, or industrial
manufacturing Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs
(CompactLogix & ControlLogix) Basic knowledge of instrumentation,
VFDs (PowerFlex), and industrial Ethernet networks Ability to read
P&IDs, electrical drawings, and loop diagrams Strong teamwork,
communication, and problem-solving skills Work Environment This
role is based in an industrial manufacturing facility and includes
exposure to machinery, electrical systems, temperature changes, and
other plant conditions. Safety is a core value at Rocky Mountain
Steel Mills.
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