Electrical Engineer — PLC, HMI & Automation Leader

Cleveland-Cliffs; Rockport (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Rockport Works in Rockport, IN is seeking an Electrical Engineer to apply broad electrical engineering and programming expertise on complex, cross-functional projects.

The role focuses on troubleshooting, design reviews, and hands-on collaboration with operations, maintenance, and outside contractors to deliver timely, high-quality improvements.

Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related degree.
• 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 knowledge about networking
• Ability to troubleshoot complex process problems
• Ability to self-learn new hardware / software platforms
• Must be able to work in a multi-level organization which operates 24/7
• Must have the ability to work effectively within a team environment, utilizing clear and effective communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
• Able to manage several projects at a time and make timely and accurate decisions
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications, computer skills and data analysis skills

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions and implement projects that improve the process and focus on providing electrical and programming logic expertise
• Diagnose and troubleshoot programming, electrical and process issues
• Must be able to create and modify programming logic systems and code to support and improve the process
• Conduct tests to confirm necessary programming and equipment changesMust possess the ability to work with operations, engineering, maintenance, and other technical resources in a group and then drive results
• Analyze and modify blueprints, schematics, and drawings of electrical systems
• Must have the ability to lead and/or monitor the electrical work of outside contractors (e.g. electrical system upgrades, expansions, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that the projects are satisfactory and completed in a timely manner
• Complete project responsibilities for design, specification, review and development of electrical equipment or systems.
• Should have a working knowledge of industrial wiring, controls, and instrumentation
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

PID control tuning

Networking

Troubleshooting

Self-learning

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC Series 5/7

Siemens Masterdrives

IBA PDA

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs Rockport Works in Rockport, IN is seeking an Electrical Engineer to apply broad electrical engineering and programming expertise on complex, cross-functional projects.

The role focuses on troubleshooting, design reviews, and hands-on collaboration with operations, maintenance, and outside contractors to deliver timely, high-quality improvements.

Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects are essential.