Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Cleveland-Cliffs Steel Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs in Dearborn, MI, is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer for the HDGL to provide technical expertise for root cause analysis and corrective actions to improve equipment reliability.

You will monitor equipment availability, plan outages, establish preventive maintenance, and collaborate with Operations and Technical staff to update drawings and specifications for new or modified equipment. Strong communication and troubleshooting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
• Demonstrated equipment reliability knowledge.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitors equipment availability and efficiency; conducts Pareto analysis to identify key problems.
• Performs root cause analysis and initiates corrective actions to reduce failures.
• Assists in planning outages, down-turn repairs, and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Collaborates with Operations and Technical personnel to update drawings and specifications.

Skills

Equipment reliability knowledge

Mechanical troubleshooting

FMEA

Cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Maintenance software system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Dearborn, MI Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer at our Dearborn Works Hot Dip Galvanizing Line (HDGL) facility.

The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will provide technical engineering expertise for the determination of the basic causes of equipment failures; the development and implementation of corrective actions; and, for the establishment of appropriate maintenance procedures in order to improve equipment stability.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Monitors and tracks line equipment availability and operating efficiency issues and creates “pareto” type analysis to identify key equipment problems / failures / areas. Utilizes appropriate failure analysis techniques to determine root causes of equipment failures and initiates necessary corrective action to eliminate/reduce such failures. Assists in the planning of equipment outages, down turn repairs, and the establishment of maintenance shops; sets priorities to ensure timely, efficient repair/replacement of equipment. Assists in the establishments and assignment of preventive maintenance procedures for the proper care of equipment. Works closely with Operations and Technical personnel to ensure that drawings are updated in keeping with equipment modifications; to provide counsel for equipment redesign; and, to secure information necessary for the performance of the position. Works with equipment suppliers and outside engineering to specify design requirements for new / modified equipment to improve operating performance and / or equipment reliability. Coordinates the establishment of requirements, standards, and procedures for the equipment inspection; works closely with departmental inspectors and with the non‑destructive testing / predictive technologies group for the proper, timely inspection testing of equipment as part of the overall effort to prevent for departmental spares ensuring inventory control; the maintenance and repair of such spares and the establishment of procedures to control spares and the establishment of procedures to control spares costs. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Technical field or combination of education / experience. Demonstrated equipment reliability knowledge. Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and experience. Experience using an electronic Maintenance Repair Software System, and Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Ability to perform maintenance and reliability studies and / or FMEA for existing and proposed replacement equipment. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate efforts and work well with others.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug‑free workplace and conduct pre‑employment screening as a condition of employment. Cleveland-Cliffs is the largest flat‑rolled steel producer in North America. Founded in 1847 as a mine operator, Cliffs is also the largest manufacturer of iron ore pellets 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. As a team of more than 30,000 people, we proudly serve a diverse range of markets and are the largest steel supplier to the automotive industry in North America. Built on a strong safety and environmental stewardship legacy, we operate responsibly and are committed to a sustainable future. With ongoing initiatives to reduce waste, improve water conservation, and reduce carbon emissions, we promise to become North America’s leader in steelmaking and mining sustainability. Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high‑performing individuals in a myriad of technical and professional disciplines. Whether in the field or office, Cleveland-Cliffs fosters an environment that empowers our employees to achieve their highest potential. Employees will be presented with a challenging and rewarding environment. A competitive compensation package, opportunities for advancement, and work‑life balance all lead to a positive, passionate career at Cleveland-Cliffs.