Mechanical Engineer

Position Overview

Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Position Overview

The Novelis Ashville, OH team is seeking a versatile Mechanical Engineer. The individual in this position will use his/ her knowledge of project management to plan and implement key capital projects, drive technology improvements and provide engineering solutions that deliver productivity and improve operations within the business unit.

Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance on mechanical systems in coating lines, slitters, and associated equipment.
• Support operations through root cause analysis and corrective action for equipment failures.
• Lead or support projects related to equipment upgrades, energy efficiency, and plant expansion.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams for project execution.
• Prepare and maintain equipment documentation, maintenance reports, and project records.
• Implement best processes in reliability, safety, and lean maintenance.
• Contribute to spare parts planning and inventory optimization.
• Responsible for planning, scheduling, and driving area capital projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes accruing resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan.
• Define project scope, goals and outputs that support Rolled Products outages through direct interaction with planner and team to complete the defined tasks.
• Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes when necessary.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members, contractors and partners in a timely, clear and concise fashion.
• Work safely, in compliance with all corporate, plant, local, state and federal safety rules and regulations. Keep abreast of current policies and procedures. Ensure outside vendors/ contractors adhere to the same.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in metals (aluminum or steel).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems in coating lines, slitting machines, and plant utilities.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, rotating equipment, and alignment techniques.
• Hands-on experience with preventive and predictive maintenance tools.
• Project management exposure (planning, execution, and documentation).
• Good communication and team collaboration skills.
• Must possess strong decision making and problem-solving skills including the ability to solve problems while exhibiting practical judgment and realistic understanding of the issues involved.
• Ability to overcome obstacles and find reasonable resolutions to situations on a case-by-case basis as encountered.
• Must have the ability and confidence to make decisions relating to role’s accountabilities.
• Ability to exercise discretion when determining if direction from manager is needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to TPM, Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Experience with CMMS software

What We Offer:

Novelis' benefits say a lot about how we care for each other. Our employees and their families have many different needs. As a result, our benefits offer choices on many levels and are high in quality, driven by the marketplace, and affordable. In addition to core benefits, we provide these unique to the industry benefits:

• Family Growth Programs: Paid parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, Fertility Treatment, Childcare Discount and Nursing Mom Support
• Employee Assistance Programs: free resources available 24/7 to you and your family in the areas of mental health, family life, and career and financial guidance
• Wellness Programs: incentives for wellness activities, wellness spending account, programs for building healthy habits, virtual physical therapy for joint, back, and pelvic health, health management programs and more.
• Diabetes Management Program
• Pet insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• PerkSpot Discount Program
• Tuition assistance and career development programs

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