Electrical Engineer - Industrial Automation & Controls

Cleveland-Cliffs; Rockport (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Variable compensation

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Rockport Works is seeking an Electrical Engineer to apply broad electrical engineering knowledge across projects, with emphasis on programming logic, PLC/HMI work, and drive systems. The role involves cross-functional collaboration with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to troubleshoot and implement improvements.

Responsibilities include design, testing, and coordination with contractors, plus strong emphasis on problem solving and 24/7 operational readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Working knowledge of PLC and HMI setup and programming.
• Working knowledge of AC and DC drives troubleshooting and setup.
• Working knowledge of tuning and calibration of PID loops and controls.
• General networking knowledge.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex process problems.
• Ability to self-learn new hardware/software platforms.
• Must be able to work in a 24/7 multi-level organization.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage several projects and make timely decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions and implement projects that improve the process and provide electrical and programming logic expertise.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot programming, electrical and process issues.
• Modify programming logic systems and code to support and improve the process.
• Conduct tests to confirm necessary programming and equipment changes.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, maintenance, and other technical resources to drive results.
• Analyze and modify blueprints, schematics, and drawings of electrical systems.
• Lead and/or monitor the electrical work of outside contractors to ensure timely completion.
• Complete design, specification, review and development of electrical equipment or systems.
• Work knowledge of industrial wiring, controls, and instrumentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

AC/DC drives troubleshooting

PID control tuning

Networking basics

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering Technology degree

Tools

Siemens PLC Series 5/7

Siemens Masterdrives

IBA PDA

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs Rockport Works is seeking an Electrical Engineer to apply broad electrical engineering knowledge across projects, with emphasis on programming logic, PLC/HMI work, and drive systems. The role involves cross-functional collaboration with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to troubleshoot and implement improvements.

Responsibilities include design, testing, and coordination with contractors, plus strong emphasis on problem solving and 24/7 operational readiness.