Modeling and Advanced Process Control

Requisition ID:  22983 

Do you want to work at one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers? We’re looking for people who are driven by excellence to work with innovative technology to create the material tomorrow’s world will be made of.

At ArcelorMittal Dofasco, we play a key role in North America’s advanced manufacturing supply chain working with the top automotive, energy, packaging, and construction brands to develop lighter, stronger and more sustainable steel products – from cans to cars.

We are at the forefront of the steel industry with a plan to change the way we make steel to significantly reduce GHG emissions in the short term, while reaching net zero before 2050. Ours will be the first integrated steelmaking site in the world to make this transformation and it will happen by 2028. Our global company is leading the world with significant decarbonization projects in North America and Europe and our site is key to this plan.

ArcelorMittal Dofasco is Hamilton's largest private sector employer with more than 4,500 employees, shipping 4.5 million net tons of high quality flat carbon steel annually. Our iconic tagline "Our Product is Steel. Our Strength is People. is a true expression of our belief that our people are our competitive advantage.

Modeling and Advanced Process Control

ArcelorMittal Dofasco

Process Automation Department

2 Positions Available

Background

ArcelorMittal Dofasco operates a world class computer integrated manufacturing facility in Hamilton, utilizing state of the art information technologies.  The Process Automation Department is responsible for large scale, high impact computer software application systems that are integral to manufacturing processes, from raw materials to finished products.  We continually stretch the limits and capability of automation, to enable ArcelorMittal Dofasco’s industry leading performance. 

Position Description

We are seeking a full-time employee with an educational background in Engineering and a Control Systems or Process Control and Optimization specialization to work as part of a high-performing team supporting and improving the control systems and optimization functions in our complex manufacturing operations. The real-time control and automation systems performing these functions are essential to the operation of our industry-leading manufacturing processes and are part of one of the largest IT environments in Canada.  Our personnel have opportunities to work with many modeling and control technologies in a continuous improvement culture. You will receive training in software development, control systems design, optimization and machine learning methodologies. As personnel capabilities expand over time, responsibilities widen and the opportunity for advancement grows

Desired Skills & Experience

• University Bachelor or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline such as Engineering, Math, Statistics or Physics
• Advanced control systems, optimization, statistics and/or machine learning knowledge
  • Experience with R, MATLAB, or Python is considered an asset
• Industrial experience or professional software development experience would be an asset
• Experience with C++, C# or C would be a plus but is not required. Relational database skills (e.g. Oracle SQL) is also a plus
• Collaborative work style with strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to learn new technical concepts quickly and independently
• Excellent problem-solving skills and creativity
• Results-oriented mindset, initiative and drive
• 0 – 5 years professional experience

Work Environment

• Combination of remote, office and manufacturing plant environments
• Highly collaborative
• Many training opportunities
• Free parking
• Company performance bonuses
• Tuition refund plan for continuing education
• Three on-site gym facilities and many Wellness programs
• Comprehensive medical, dental & retirement benefits

Work Expectations

• Normal hours of work are daytime, Monday to Friday (8 hours per day, plus lunch)
• Occasional extended, paid hours as required to meet project deadlines or peak workloads
• Flexibility to determine work day start and end times, to fit personal needs

Dofasco supports both personal and family health and well-being.  In addition to on-site gyms Dofasco employees have access to a unique 750-acre recreation park that features community activities, sports events as well as multiple on-site fitness facilities with state-of-the-art equipment.

We would like to thank all those who apply in advance since only applicants selected to complete an online assessment will be contacted.  

ArcelorMittal Dofasco is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply and we are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities to support their participation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.  If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.