Automation Engineer

Commercial Metals Company · Sayreville, NJ

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Level: Engineer
Team: Controls
Base pay: $108k–$162k
Degree: Preferred
Industry: Metals
Posted: Recently

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level controls role at Commercial Metals Company (metals) in Sayreville, NJ.

They ask for: degree preferred
Tools it names: PLC, Automation, SAP
Base pay: $108k–$162k

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Controls Engineer roles in New Jersey: typical posted base $110k–$150k. This one lists $108k–$162k.

Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 6 controls engineer openings in New Jersey, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 874 other live controls postings in the US.

Base pay: About 14% above similar roles
Experience asked: Not stated

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Automation 73%
✓ PLC 68%
Robotics 40%
Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 26%
Root cause 24%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for SAP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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This plant: Commercial Metals Company in Sayreville

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What You'll Do

◆Proficient in database management and programming
◆Assist in maintaining Variable Frequency Drives, Programmable Logic Controllers, Instrumentation, Process computers and related equipment
◆Able to program SQL and Crystal Reports; Siemen's 7 PLC and Intouch-Wonderware
◆Ability to maintain and modify Graphical User Interface Programs (HMI)
◆Through understanding of Level II system interfaces with Level 1 PLC systems, the OWS, HMI's and SAP
◆Proactively seek new automation solutions to improve consistency and efficiency
◆Ability to communicate effectively with appropriate departments/individuals
◆General knowledge of Steel Mill Process

What You'll Need

✓Must possess knowledge and skills pertinent to the Levell II and PLC equipment (Siemens and/or Allen Bradley PLC's, VFD's, HMI's
✓Must have a solid understanding of databases and programming languages

Your Education

✓Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred

We are CMC, a Fortune 500® company at the leading edge of our industry. Our construction reinforcement and steel products have supported construction projects and structures around the world. The secret to our success? We’ve built our legacy by assembling a team of innovators and doers to tackle some of the most challenging construction reinforcement problems facing our world for more than 100 years — and we’re just getting started.

If you’re ready to join a team working to make our industry more sustainable, support the bridges, roadways, buildings and infrastructure that connects our communities, and do meaningful work, you’re ready to join CMC. Apply today and start moving your career — and our world — forward. Let's build a better world!

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it's what's inside that counts

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There’s more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it’s the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:

•Salary Range: $107,700 – $161,550
•Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision, Dental
•Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
•4.5% Company Match 401(k) plan
•$500 Annual Company-paid Lifestyle Benefit
•Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
•Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
•Employee Stock Purchase Plan
•Training and Advancement Opportunities

Why This Job

CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you’ll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.