Automation Electrical Engineer: PLCs, Drives & Projects

Cleveland-Cliffs

Rockport (IN)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Competitive pay

Job summary

Rockport Works of Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking an Electrical Engineer to troubleshoot, maintain, and improve electrical and automation systems. The role focuses on driving productivity, equipment reliability, and product quality across complex, cross-functional projects.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, AC/DC drives, and industrial automation, and a proven ability to communicate effectively across operations and maintenance

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Experience with PLCs, HMIs and industrial automation.
Proficient in AC/DC drive setup and troubleshooting.
Skilled in PID loop tuning and calibration.
Maintain programming workstations with application updates.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Self-driven to learn new hardware/software platforms.
Availability to support 24/7 manufacturing operation.
Effective communicator and team player.
Able to manage multiple projects and make timely decisions.

Responsibilities

Develop solutions and implement projects that improve the process and focus on electrical and programming logic expertise.
Troubleshoot electrical, programming, drive systems and process-related issues.
Develop and modify control logic and code to optimize operations with safety in mind.
Test and validate programming involving automation and drive system upgrades.
Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to drive results.
Review and update electrical schematics and drawings in Autocad.
Oversee and coordinate electrical work performed by contractors.
Lead the design, specification, and development of electrical systems and equipment.
Apply knowledge of industrial wiring, controls, and instrumentation.
Write maintenance procedures as needed repairing electrical equipment.
Other duties as assigned