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About this Structural Engineer Mining Operations role at Cleveland-Cliffs

Cleveland-Cliffs · Onsite · Northshore Mining - Silver Bay
Location: Silver Bay, MN

Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opening for a Structural Engineer at our Northshore Mining Company facility. This position will be located between the Minnesota Mine Sites. The primary responsibility of this position will be to develop and implement site wide structural steel management plans to include assessments, prioritization, and management plans.

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Manage structural engineering projects from concept, design, calculations, material specifications, drawings, cost estimates, contractor management, to installation

  • Ensure contract work is documented properly with specifications and work scopes, coordinate within operational needs and completed safely

  • Direct and coordinate work performed by engineering consultants and contractors

  • Direct and coordinate work performed by operating employees as required for new equipment installation or testing to ensure conformity to engineering design and specifications

  • Provide structural assessments to management, engineers, and mechanical crafts people on as needed basis

  • Conduct studies and prepare reports on project cost projections and potential cost-saving projects

  • Evaluate structures and provide recommendations regarding condition and risk mitigation

  • Develop and maintain a rolling five-year capital and maintenance plan for the facility

  • Promote and support a strong safety culture while ensuring all engineering activities comply with applicable safety standards and regulations

  • Produce design and fabrication drawings using AutoCAD or Solidworks

  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; Structural Engineering emphasis preferred. Mechanical Engineering degree considered with demonstrated experience.

  • Ability to obtain a Professional Engineering (PE) license in Minnesota.

  • Previous knowledge of project management and creation of work scopes

  • Previous project engineering experience.

  • Experience with cost analysis and budgeting.

  • Ability to plan and coordinate multiple work tasks with a variety of employees, departments and outside contractors .

  • Able to set goals and develop strategies and schedules to accomplish goals.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate, empower, and delegate .

  • Willing to promote team concepts and enforce company policies fairly and consistently.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to interact with and communicate with all levels of the organization.

  • Able to think logically using factual data and structure ideas to influence others; make sound, timely decisions under conditions of uncertainty and risk.

  • Able to multi-task and work well under demanding conditions.

  • Possess strong computer skills; Microsoft Office experience, Access experience, and AutoCAD/Solidworks experience; preference for individuals with computerized maintenance management system experience.

  • Capable of working effectively and safely using a participative management style in a team environment.

Preferred Requirements:

  • 2+ years of experience in mining or heavy industry.

  • Project management experience.

  • Structural inspections.

  • Structural steel and reinforced concrete design experience.

  • Familiarity with AISC, ACI, and ASCE design standards.

  • Structural analysis software.

  • Professional Engineering (PE) license in the state of Minnesota.

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

The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $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 needs. 

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 [email protected] 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.

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How this Structural Engineer salary compares

This role pays $92,500/yrbelow the typical range for Structural Engineer roles.

$87,480 median $123,000 $169,910

Typical range $103,113–$149,225/yr, from 345 comparable Structural Engineer listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Structural Engineer salary insights →

About Cleveland-Cliffs

Cleveland-Cliffs is the largest flat-rolled steel producer in North America. Founded in 1847 as a mine operator, Cliffs is also the largest manufacturer of iron ore pellets 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. As a team of more than 30,000 people, we proudly serve a diverse range of markets and are the largest steel supplier to the automotive industry in North America. Built on a strong safety and environmental stewardship legacy, we operate responsibly and are committed to a sustainable future. With ongoing initiatives to reduce w

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