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Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.
Lead Electrical Engineer
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An Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and tests products and systems that use or produce electricity, including power generators, electric motors, radar and navigation systems, and communication systems. Works on larger electrical systems rather than small electronic products or devices.
$98,995 / year median in Indiana
+6% projected growth
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East Chicago, IN Cleveland-Cliffs Steel is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support our manufacturing operations at our Indiana Harbor facility. This key leadership role will drive electrical reliability, equipment performance, and continuous improvement initiatives across a complex industrial environment. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise, lead capital and maintenance projects, and partner with operations and maintenance teams to maximize safety, reliability, and production performance. Summary of Responsibilities Lead electrical reliability and continuous improvement efforts across manufacturing operations. Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical, controls, and automation issues. Manage and execute maintenance and capital projects, including scope, budget, schedule, and implementation. Perform root cause analysis and develop long-term solutions to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime. Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to support production goals. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to maintenance personnel and contractors. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. Support outage planning, equipment upgrades, and commissioning activities. Provide technical support for a 24/7 manufacturing operation as needed. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of electrical engineering experience in manufacturing, industrial, or process operations. Strong troubleshooting, project management, and communication skills.Location:
East Chicago, IN Cleveland-Cliffs Steel is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support our manufacturing operations at our Indiana Harbor facility. This key leadership role will drive electrical reliability, equipment performance, and continuous improvement initiatives across a complex industrial environment. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise, lead capital and maintenance projects, and partner with operations and maintenance teams to maximize safety, reliability, and production performance. Summary of Responsibilities Lead electrical reliability and continuous improvement efforts across manufacturing operations. Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical, controls, and automation issues. Manage and execute maintenance and capital projects, including scope, budget, schedule, and implementation. Perform root cause analysis and develop long-term solutions to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime. Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to support production goals. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to maintenance personnel and contractors. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. Support outage planning, equipment upgrades, and commissioning activities. Provide technical support for a 24/7 manufacturing operation as needed. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of electrical engineering experience in manufacturing, industrial, or process operations. Strong troubleshooting, project management, and communication skills. Experience working with industrial electrical systems and equipment. Ability to work in a heavy industrial environment and support a continuous operation. Ability to support a continuous 24/7 operation, including off-hours support when required. Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Preferred Qualifications 7+ years of experience in steelmaking, metals, mining, or heavy manufacturing environments. Knowledge of medium-voltage power systems, MCCs, transformers, switchgear, and motor controls. Experience with PLCs, HMIs, drives, instrumentation, and process controls. Background in reliability engineering, preventive maintenance, and root cause analysis. Experience leading engineering projects in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge ofOSHA, NFPA
70E, and industrial electrical safety standards. Previous leadership or supervisory experience. Relocation assistance may be considered for highly qualified candidates from outside the local area. 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 careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1-(312) 899-3097 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. Read more Let's get started Thank you for filling out the form. Join the Cleveland-Cliffs Talent Community to learn more about life at Cleveland-Cliffs, career opportunities, and more.- First name
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