Associate IT Applications Engineer

Cleveland-Cliffs • West Chester, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Information Technology department at Cleveland-Cliffs currently has an opportunity in Applications Development in the locations of Cleveland, Ohio, or West Chester, Ohio. Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. offers challenging careers in Information Technology for people with leadership, technical, and interpersonal skills Summary of Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and maintain manufacturing and business applications that support Steel operations. Investigate, interpret, and analyze data to support decision‑making and problem‑solving. Contribute to major business transformation initiatives by supporting process improvements and new system implementations. Work with a broad range of technologies, tools, and platforms across both modern and legacy environments. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including operations, engineering, and IT—to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions. Troubleshoot application issues and assist in identifying root causes and long‑term fixes. Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving development standards and practices. Support integrations between applications, databases, and enterprise systems. Document technical processes, solutions, and support procedures to ensure long‑term maintainability. Other duties as assigned 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 [e-mail] or call 1-[phone] 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. 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 waste, improve water conservation, and reduce carbon emissions, we promise to become North America’s leader in steelmaking and mining sustainability. Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high-performing individuals in a myriad of technical and professional disciplines. Whether in the field or office, Cleveland-Cliffs fosters an environment that empowers our employees to achieve their highest potential. Employees will be presented with a challenging and rewarding environment. A competitive compensation package, opportunities for advancement, and work-life balance all lead to a positive, passionate career at Cleveland-Cliffs.

Requirements

• Associate degree in an Information Technology–related field, or equivalent coursework that demonstrates a strong technical foundation.
• Clear, confident verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Classroom or hands on experience with Angular, .NET, or C#.
• Enthusiasm for working with a mix of both established and emerging technologies.
• Willingness to learn and support existing systems.
• Must be willing to work on-site, 5 days a week.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in an Information Technology–related discipline.
• Exposure to or experience with COBOL, JCL, or other mainframe technologies—classroom, project‑based, or hands‑on.
• 2–3 years of experience in an IT environment through internships, co‑ops, or previous employment, demonstrating practical application of technical skills.
• Familiarity with software development practices such as Agile, version control (Git), or CI/CD concepts.
• Experience working with databases or basic understanding of data structures.
• Interest in manufacturing, industrial technology, or systems integration.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in team settings and contribute to group problem‑solving.
• Demonstrated curiosity and a passion for continuous learning, especially in enterprise‑scale environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain manufacturing and business applications that support Steel operations.
• Investigate, interpret, and analyze data to support decision‑making and problem‑solving.
• Contribute to major business transformation initiatives by supporting process improvements and new system implementations.
• Work with a broad range of technologies, tools, and platforms across both modern and legacy environments.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—including operations, engineering, and IT—to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Troubleshoot application issues and assist in identifying root causes and long‑term fixes.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving development standards and practices.
• Support integrations between applications, databases, and enterprise systems.
• Document technical processes, solutions, and support procedures to ensure long‑term maintainability.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity
• health insurance
• retirement plan
• education assistance
• paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree