Process Control Engineer

Location Cleveland OHCleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opening for a Process Control Engineer at our Cleveland OH operation. This role supports the development enhancement and maintenance of Level-2 supervisory computer systems used in the production of flat-rolled steel. The Process Control Engineer contributes to improving safety quality reliability productivity and operational efficiency through advanced automation and computer-based control systems.The ideal candidate possesses strong programming and problem-solving skills with experience developing applications in high-level programming languages such as C C C Java or Python within Windows-based environments. This role focuses on software development database integration and supervisory computer systems that support industrial automation and manufacturing processes rather than PLC programming. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced industrial environment and enjoy solving complex technical challenges.Summary of ResponsibilitiesProvide support for real-time supervisory computer systems utilized in steel mill processes including hardware operating systems databases and custom-developed software.Develop and maintain custom applications to interface with external systems execute process models generate PLC setpoints track production and quality and support reporting and HMI functions.Design implement and maintain database systems supporting both custom-built and third-party applications.Participate in cross-functional projects partnering with operations engineering maintenance and vendors on capital improvement and automation initiatives.Investigate production and system performance issues implement corrective actions and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and manufacturing efficiency.Support infrastructure technologies including virtualization networking storage and cybersecurity systems.Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety quality productivity and system reliability.Build and maintain working relationships with union personnel contractors leadership and team members.Other duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsBachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related technical field.Completion of at least five 5 computer-related courses including three 3 software programming courses.Coursework internship co-op or professional experience developing software using languages such as C C C VB.NET Java or Python.Experience with Windows operating system management including installation configuration scripting backup and administration activities.Working knowledge of networking concepts and Microsoft Office applications.Strong communication analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.Ability to support a 247 manufacturing operation including occasional off-hours support as needed.Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.Preferred QualificationsDegree from an ABET-accredited engineering or technical program.Three 3 years of software development experience.Experience developing applications in high-level programming languages such as C C C Java or Python within Windows-based environments.Two 2 or more years of server operating system support experience in a 247 environment.One 1 year of SQLdatabase experience including reporting tools.Experience interfacing with PLC or DCS systems including data exchange between supervisory computer systems and control platforms as well as experience with process modeling or industrial automation technologies.Familiarity with VMware VMS Linux or similar technologies.Knowledge of control theory and project management principles.Relocation assistance is not provided for this position.The salary range for this role is 80000 to 105000. An employees pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including but not limited to relevant education qualifications experience skills geographic location and business or organizational needs.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 opportunity health insurance retirement plan education assistance paid time off and more.Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please send an e-mail tocareersclevelandcliffs.comor call 1-312 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - MFVeteranDisability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.