Barge Logistics Expert

Essarsteelmn; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regulatory compliance bonus

Job summary

Mesabi Metallics Company LLC seeks an experienced Logistics Expert – Barge Systems to lead barge transport design, permitting, and operations. You will partner with engineering, regulators, and ports to ensure safe, compliant marine infrastructure.

The role involves developing scheduling strategies, coordinating with operators, and driving improvements across the marine logistics function to align with production goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Maritime Studies, or a related field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in marine logistics, barge transportation, port operations, or large industrial logistics systems.
• Experience with barge system design, permitting, construction support, and operations.
• Knowledge of inland waterway transportation, marine terminals, and vessel logistics.
• Experience with large industrial, mining, steel, energy, or infrastructure projects preferred.
• Knowledge of maritime regulations and environmental permitting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering teams, regulators, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide design, permitting, and operation leadership for barge transportation systems.
• Support marine infrastructure development including docks and terminals.
• Coordinate permitting activities with regulators and port authorities.
• Develop operational strategies for vessel scheduling and material handling.
• Establish relations with barge operators, terminals, and service providers.
• Evaluate requirements and propose cost-effective improvements.
• Support construction, commissioning, and startup of barge infrastructure.
• Identify risks and mitigation plans for marine transport.
• Ensure compliance with maritime, environmental, and safety regulations.
• Monitor logistics performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate across operations, procurement, engineering, and supply chain.

Skills

Marine logistics

Barge systems

Permitting

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Regulatory compliance

Site travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Maritime Studies, or related field

Job description

About Mesabi Metallics

When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics, you become part of a pioneering organization advancing innovation in sustainable iron and steel manufacturing. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment, supporting environmental stewardship, and generating long‑term value for all stakeholders.

You will be joining us at a pivotal stage of one of North America’s most significant industrial developments. Mesabi Metallics is developing Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) and Integrated Steel Plant that will strengthen the U.S. low‑carbon metallics supply chain. The project is envisioned as a next‑generation metallics and steel manufacturing hub supporting the rapidly growing Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) steel sector.

More importantly, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive workplace that values integrity, innovation, teamwork, inclusivity, sustainability, determination, and performance. At Mesabi Metallics, you will play an important role in shaping the future of sustainable steel manufacturing.

Position Summary

Mesabi Metallics is seeking an experienced Logistics Expert – Barge Systems to support the development, implementation, and operation of the Company’s marine transportation infrastructure. Reporting directly to the Logistics Manager, this role will serve as the technical subject‑matter expert responsible for barge system design, permitting, construction support, and operational readiness. This position will collaborate closely with engineering teams, contractors, regulatory agencies, port authorities, marine transportation providers, and internal stakeholders to ensure barge infrastructure is designed, permitted, constructed, and operated safely and effectively.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and leadership for the design, development, permitting, and operation of barge transportation systems.
• Support engineering and EPC teams in the development of marine infrastructure, including docks, terminals, loading/unloading systems, and related facilities.
• Manage and coordinate permitting activities with regulatory agencies, environmental consultants, port authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Develop operational strategies for marine transportation, including vessel scheduling, capacity planning, and material handling requirements.
• Establish relationships with barge operators, terminal operators, port authorities, and marine service providers.
• Evaluate transportation requirements and recommend solutions to improve efficiency, reliability, and cost effectiveness.
• Support construction activities, commissioning, and startup of barge‑related infrastructure.
• Identify operational risks and develop mitigation plans related to marine transportation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable maritime, environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor logistics performance metrics and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, engineering, and supply chain teams to align marine logistics with production objectives.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Maritime Studies, or a related field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience supporting marine logistics, barge transportation, port operations, or large industrial logistics systems.
• Demonstrated experience with barge system design, permitting, construction support, and operational implementation.
• Strong understanding of inland waterway transportation, marine terminals, loading/unloading operations, and vessel logistics.
• Experience supporting large‑scale industrial, mining, steel, energy, or infrastructure projects preferred.
• Knowledge of maritime regulations, environmental permitting, and stakeholder coordination.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with engineering teams, contractors, regulators, and external transportation partners.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel to project sites, ports, terminals, and operational facilities as required.
• Ability to work in industrial and outdoor environments while following all safety requirements.

Mesabi Metallics Company LLC is an equal‑opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our success.