Process Control Software Engineer – Industrial Automation

aksteel; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. has an immediate opening for a Process Control Engineer in Cleveland, OH.

This role focuses on developing software for Level-2 supervisory systems that support steel production, with emphasis on automation, data interfaces, and HMI functions. The ideal candidate will possess strong programming skills in C, C#, C++, Java, or Python within Windows environments and be capable of supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation while delivering reliable, high-quality software

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for real-time supervisory computer systems utilized in steel mill processes, including hardware, operating systems, databases, and custom-developed software.
• Develop and maintain custom applications to interface with external systems, execute process models, generate PLC setpoints, track production and quality, and support reporting and HMI functions.
• Design, implement, and maintain database systems supporting both custom-built and third-party applications.
• Participate in cross-functional projects, partnering with operations, engineering, maintenance, and vendors on capital improvement and automation initiatives.
• Investigate production and system performance issues, implement corrective actions, and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and manufacturing efficiency.
• Support infrastructure technologies including virtualization, networking, storage, and cybersecurity systems.
• Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and system reliability.
• Build and maintain working relationships with union personnel, contractors, leadership, and team members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

C

C++

C#

Java

Python

Windows

Networking concepts

Problem solving

Communication

SQL

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

VMware

Windows Server

Linux

PLC/DCS interfacing

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. has an immediate opening for a Process Control Engineer in Cleveland, OH.

This role focuses on developing software for Level-2 supervisory systems that support steel production, with emphasis on automation, data interfaces, and HMI functions. The ideal candidate will possess strong programming skills in C, C#, C++, Java, or Python within Windows environments and be capable of supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation while delivering reliable, high-quality software