Process Control Engineering Co-Op

AK Steel Corporation; MIDDLETOWN, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with benefits

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs invites applications for a Process Control Engineering Co-Op in Middletown, OH. The role focuses on software development, automation maintenance, and process improvements across multiple platforms within a steel-industry environment.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a BS in Computer, Software, or Electrical Engineering and will have completed sophomore year by summer 2027. The program offers hands-on experience and potential path to full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in Bachelor of Science program in the field of Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related technical degree.
• Completion of sophomore year of study by the summer of 2027.

Responsibilities

• Software development across programming languages and hardware platforms.
• Maintenance of computer hardware and software.
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of automation system components.
• Modifications to automation system for new products and processes.
• Address issues affecting production or system reliability.
• Process modeling for mill processes in chemical, metallurgical, and mechanical contexts.
• Manage operating systems and databases on workstations/servers.
• Coordinate with production, vendors, and R&D for improvements.

Skills

Programming

Automation

System maintenance

Networking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering/Software/Electrical Engineering or related technical degree

Job description

Location: Middletown, OH

Co-op term may be completed during either the Spring (January to May) or Summer (May to August) semester, with timing to be discussed during the interview process.

Cleveland-Cliffs takes pride in offering a variety of opportunities for students and new graduates who have an interest in the steel industry and a passion for innovation and sustainability. We offer a best-in-class internship program in the industry and partner with many universities to provide co-op opportunities. Working beside industry-leading engineering and operational leaders, our interns/co-ops will create meaningful solutions to real-world problems. As an intern/co-op with Cleveland-Cliffs, you will build life-long professional connections and have the opportunity to be considered for future full-time employment.

As a Process Control Engineering Co-Op at Cleveland-Cliffs, the projects assigned will vary based on the intern’s education level and plant location, but will generally reflect the duties outlined below.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Software development in a variety of programming languages and on a variety of hardware platforms
• Maintenance of computer hardware and software
• Maintenance and problem solving of all aspects of the automation system
• Modifications to the automation system to adapt to new products and processes
• Address issues that may impact production or system reliability
• Process modeling for mill processes of a chemical, metallurgical and mechanical nature
• Administration of a variety of Operating Systems and relational databases on workstations and servers
• Work with complex measurement systems, such as:
• Vision systems for product quality
• Thermal imaging temperature measurements
• RFID and barcode tag reading for product identification
• X-ray, nuclear gauges, and other gauging systems
• Work with networking technologies, high-speed data transmission, and specialty interfaces
• Close coordination with a production department
• Respond to routine and emergency requests
• Manage local area project, task, and priority lists
• Make recommendations for system and process improvements
• Work with vendors on products and performance issues
• Coordinating with Research and Development and other staff departments

Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrollment in Bachelor of Science program in the field of Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related technical degree
• Completion of sophomore year of study by the summer of 2027

Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Benefits and Compensation:

• competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

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.