Ferrous Processing and Trading (FPT) is one of North America's premier processors, buyers, sellers and recyclers of scrap metals of all kinds and is a key supplier to the metals industry of North America. FPT, a wholly owned business of Cleveland-Cliffs, has an immediate opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer Designer at one of our Detroit, Michigan locations. The Mechanical Engineer Designer will be responsible for planning and implementing engineering projects related to new capital improvements or equipment upgrades, investigating mechanical problems, and developing technical solutions.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Manage capital project activities including appropriation requests, project estimates, engineering design and specifications, bidding specifications, installation, etc.
Work with consulting firms, suppliers, construction/maintenance contractors.
Perform engineering investigations, corrective actions, and implementation of mechanical problems.
Design and develop downstream processes.
Participate in the planning and coordination of plant shutdown activities.
Make recommendations for potential cost-saving projects.
Conduct studies and prepare reports on project feasibility and cost projections.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical or civil engineering preferred.
2 years minimum of experience in an industrial environment.
Engineering and mechanical knowledge; and experience in determining malfunctions of mechanical equipment or devices.
Experience in the recycling industry preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience working on Bailers, Shredders, and ASR Plants.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.
Computer experience with Microsoft Office and Inventor preferred.
Pre-employment background, physical, and hair drug screen.
Ferrous Processing and Trading is a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., the largest flat-rolled steel company and the largest iron ore pellet producer in North America. Cleveland-Cliffs 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 top pay with variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more!