Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.

Mechanical Engineer

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • 3+ years of plant-level maintenance mechanical engineering experience
  • Proficient in machinery design, statistics, and project management
  • Strong skills in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
  • Experience with predictive maintenance technologies
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Responsibilities

  • Design mechanical equipment and systems, including piping and rotating equipment
  • Lead reliability improvement initiatives
  • Monitor equipment health and reliability performance
  • Conduct equipment failure investigations and Root Cause Analyses (RCA)
  • Utilize predictive maintenance technologies for equipment analysis
  • Review maintenance data to optimize preventive maintenance programs
  • Coordinate with third-party reliability service providers

Benefits

  • Competitive pay with variable compensation opportunities
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Education assistance
  • Paid time off
Full Job Description

Location: Toledo, OH

Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer at our Toledo, OH HBI location. The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for providing maintenance engineering support to ensure plant equipment availability is maximized.  This position will be responsible for support to the operation through analysis of equipment health and recommending strategies to increase the time between overhauls.  This role serves as a technical resource for planning, scheduling, and execution of mechanical maintenance.  This position will be responsible for supporting plant reliability using knowledge of mechanical systems to troubleshoot and decrease lost opportunities.

Summary of Responsibilities: 

  • Designing and specifying mechanical equipment and systems such as piping, vessels, rotating equipment, and conveyors.

  • Leading and supporting reliability improvement initiatives.

  • Monitoring equipment health and plant reliability performance.

  • Applying industry standards and codes (API, ASME, ANSI, and NACE).

  • Conducting equipment failure investigations and Root Cause Analyses (RCA).

  • Utilizing predictive maintenance technologies, including vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography, ultrasonics, NDE/NDT inspection methods, and motor circuit analysis.

  • Reviewing maintenance data and CMMS information to optimize preventive maintenance programs.

  • Supporting operations and maintenance teams with troubleshooting and technical guidance.

  • Managing equipment reliability strategies and equipment resisters.

  • Developing capital project justifications, budgets, and cost-saving initiatives.

  • Coordinate with third-party reliability service providers.

  • Establish Key Processing “Best Practices” to improve profitability, including; operating conditions, hardware change recommendations, monitoring process conditions, and unit performance reporting/comparison (benchmarking).

  • Analyze operational and maintenance equipment history to deliver improvements in critical maintenance related metrics and KPI’s.

  • Write work orders and provides input to execution of work where required.

  • Direct and coordinate the work performed by operating employees as required for new equipment installations or testing to ensure conformity to engineering design and specifications.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

  • 3+ years of plant-level maintenance mechanical engineering experience with mechanical systems in the petrochemical, metals, or mineral processing industry.

  • Knowledge of machinery design, statistics and project management required.

  • Excellent computer skills with high proficiency while working within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and utilizes its functionality to correlate the data for reliability analysis.

  • Experience in predictive technologies such as NDE/NDT, oil analysis, vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonics, and motor circuit analysis.

  • Effectively communicate both orally and through written text.

  • Ability to read and constructively influence personnel in cross functional groups.

  • Ability to work under minimal supervision and effectively manage multiple/changing priorities.

  • Demonstrated equipment troubleshooting skills.

  • Demonstrated skills with capital justification, budget development, expenditure and controls.

  • Occasionally lifting up to 25lbs.

  • Mobility required.  Must be able to handle stairs and long periods of work on your feet.

  • Routinely exposed to plant environment including noise, dust, dirt and vibrations, extreme climate changes / changes in weather.

  • Ability to work at heights.

  • Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off and more.

About Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.

Cliffs Natural Resources, formerly Cleveland-Cliffs, is a Cleveland, Ohio business firm that specializes in the mining and beneficiation of iron ore and the mining of coal. The firm is an independent company whose shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange. Cliffs’ primary operations are organized and managed according to product category and geographic location: U.S. Iron Ore, Eastern Canadian Iron Ore, Asia Pacific Iron Ore, and North American Coal. Cleveland-Cliffs operates several mines and pellet plants in the Great Lakes region, serving customers in the steel industry. In addition to iron ore, the company also produces and sells steel products.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. Careers

Join the dynamic team at Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., a leading name in the steel and mining industry, and embrace a world of opportunities to innovate and lead. As the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest supplier of iron ore pellets in North America, we offer unparalleled job opportunities and a robust career trajectory in an environment fueled by diversity, innovation, and leadership.

Work You’ll Do

At Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., you will be part of a culture that values diversity and leadership, driving growth through innovation and expertise. Our team is committed to excellence and actively seeks professionals who are passionate about shaping the future of the industry. Whether in engineering, operations, or corporate functions, you will find a path that aligns with your career aspirations.

Explore Professional Growth and Development

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees. With a variety of leadership and diversity training programs, we ensure that every team member has the resources and opportunities to thrive professionally. Our commitment to your career growth is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package and our focus on work-life balance.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. through our internship programs. These opportunities allow you to apply your academic knowledge to real-world scenarios, enhancing your skills and preparing you for a full-time position. Our interns gain valuable industry experience, working alongside seasoned professionals and participating in projects that directly impact the company’s success.

Join Our Team

We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who bring creativity, innovation, and a strong work ethic to our diverse team. Explore open positions that match your skills and interests in areas such as research and development, supply chain management, and environmental safety. At Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., your career advancement is supported by networking opportunities and a culture that encourages open communication and continuous learning.

Benefits of Working at Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.

Employees at Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. enjoy a range of benefits designed to support their professional and personal lives. From competitive health and wellness benefits to retirement plans and educational assistance, we invest in our team members’ well-being and future.

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Learn more about Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$8.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$122 million
5 Year Trend
+67.4%
Revenue
$5.3 billion
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