Railway Logistics Expert – DRI & Integrated Steel Plant

Develop operational strategies for rail transportation, including capacity planning, scheduling, train movements, and network optimization.

Establish and maintain relationships with Class I railroads, short-line operators, contractors, and rail service providers.

Support construction activities, commissioning, and startup of rail infrastructure.

Assist with rail operations planning, maintenance strategies, and long-term infrastructure optimization.

Collaborate with operations, procurement, engineering, and supply chain teams to align rail logistics with production requirements.

8+ years of experience supporting railway systems, industrial rail operations, transportation infrastructure, or large capital projects.

Mesabi Metallics is seeking an experienced Logistics Expert – Railway Systems to support the development, implementation, and operation of the Company’s rail transportation infrastructure.

Reporting directly to the Logistics Manager, this role will serve as the technical subject matter expert responsible for railway system design, permitting, construction support, and operational readiness.

The Logistics Expert – Railway Systems will play a critical role in establishing a reliable rail network supporting the movement of raw materials, finished products, and other industrial materials associated with Mesabi Metallics’ Direct Reduced Iron (DRI), and integrated steel operations.

Provide technical expertise for the design, development, permitting, and operation of industrial railway systems.

Support engineering and EPC teams with rail infrastructure planning, including track design, rail yards, loading/unloading facilities, and associated systems.

When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics, you become part of a pioneering organization advancing innovation in sustainable Integrated steel manufacturing. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment, supporting environmental stewardship, and generating long-term value for all stakeholders.

You will be joining us at a pivotal stage of one of  North America's most significant industrial developments. Mesabi Metallics is developing Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) and Integrated Steel Plant that will strengthen the U.S. low-carbon metallics supply chain. The project is envisioned as a next-generation metallics and steel manufacturing hub supporting the rapidly growing Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) steel sector.

More importantly, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive workplace that values integrity, innovation, teamwork, inclusivity, sustainability, determination, and performance. At Mesabi Metallics, you will play an important role in shaping the future of sustainable steel manufacturing.