Job Description

Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opportunity for a Process Engineer at our Northshore Mining Company facility in Silver Bay, MN. The primary responsibility of the Process Engineer is to provide technical expertise and guidance to the operations and maintenance team. Work with all employees to optimize performance of the process and monitor the plant processes on a daily basis.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Daily in-depth monitoring of plant processes (trends, communications, hands-on field work and sampling). Initiate and execute business improvement projects using appropriate methodology. Provide technical input and guidance to operations and maintenance teams. Direct activities of sampling program, analyze, and take action on the results. Provide technical input and advice for capital and R&M projects. Work closely with the Process Control Engineers and Control Room Operators to optimize the performance of the process through use of the control system and field instruments. Work with support groups to ensure process is in compliance (environmental, quality, safety). Manage and supervise contractors as needed. Participate in periodic ISO events such as audits, reviews and reports. Other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Must be capable of working effectively and safely using a participative management style in a team environment Bachelor's degree in Mineral Processing, Metallurgy, or Chemical Engineering. Strong report writing and verbal communication skills. Skilled in team and individual problem-solving techniques. Knowledge of process control, unit operations, statistics and project management. Experience with cost analysis and budgeting. Capable of effectively presenting and drawing meaningful conclusions using data. Computer skills to include the following: Word processing Spreadsheets Databases Prior exposure to data visualization software with a focus on PI and Power BI

Preferred Requirements:

3+ years process experience in an industrial setting. Prior experience in a minerals processing facility. Previous project engineering experience. Capable of constructing dashboards from process data and analyzing process performance using PI or Power BI. Capable of identifying process constraints and recommending solutions to resolve the constraint. Strong equipment troubleshooting skills. Computer skills, AutoCAD, DCS, & PLC knowledge a plus.

The salary range for this role is $80,000 to $105,000. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location and business or organizational need.


Please note that all applicants must meet the physical requirements of the position by the close of the posting period.


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


Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer 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. 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.