Process Control Engineering Intern

Cleveland--cliffs-1; Burns Harbor (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Mentorship program

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs invites applications for a Process Control Engineering Intern at the Burns Harbor, IN plant. You will gain hands-on experience in software development across languages and hardware platforms while supporting automation systems and measurement technologies.

We seek students enrolled in a BS program (Computer, Software, or Electrical Engineering) who will have completed their sophomore year by summer 2027 and who are legally eligible to work in the United States full-time.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in BS program in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Completion of sophomore year by the summer of 2027.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States full-time.

Responsibilities

• Software development across languages and hardware platforms for automation.
• Maintenance of automation system hardware and software components.
• Model mill processes for chemical, metallurgical, and mechanical systems.
• Coordinate with production, R&D, and vendors to implement improvements.
• Respond to routine and emergency requests and manage local project tasks.

Skills

Software development

Hardware maintenance

Automation systems

Process modeling

Operating systems

Relational databases

Vision systems

RFID/barcode

Networking technologies

Vendor coordination

Education

B.S. Computer Engineering

B.S. Software Engineering

B.S. Electrical Engineering

Job description

Location: Burns Harbor, INCleveland-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 Intern 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 platformsMaintenance of computer hardware and softwareMaintenance and problem solving of all aspects of the automation systemModifications to the automation system to adapt to new products and processesAddress issues that may impact production or system reliabilityProcess modeling for mill processes of a chemical, metallurgical and mechanical natureAdministration of a variety of Operating Systems and relational databases on workstations and serversWork with complex measurement systems, such as:Vision systems for product qualityThermal imaging temperature measurementsRFID and barcode tag reading for product identificationX-ray, nuclear gauges, and other gauging systemsWork with networking technologies, high-speed data transmission, and specialty interfacesClose coordination with a production departmentRespond to routine and emergency requestsManage local area project, task, and priority listsMake recommendations for system and process improvementsWork with vendors on products and performance issuesCoordinating with Research and Development and other staff departmentsMinimum Qualifications:Enrollment in Bachelor of Science program in the field of Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other related technical degreeCompletion of sophomore year of study by the summer of 2027Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Cleveland-Cliffs is a leading North America-based steel producer with focus on value-added sheet products, particularly for the automotive industry. The Company is vertically integrated from the mining of iron ore, production of pellets and direct reduced iron, and processing of ferrous scrap through primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package, including 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. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 1-[phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.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.