Graduate Engineer: Process Optimization & EHS

Norsk Hydro; Town of Norway (WI); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment

Structured development program

Diverse career paths

Job summary

Hydro is seeking a motivated graduate for a structured development program in Husnes, Norway. You will work on process control, optimization, and standardization to improve operations while contributing to safety, quality, and efficiency.

This entry-level role offers hands-on experience within a global aluminum and renewable energy leader. The position is based in Husnes and supports diverse career paths with development opportunities and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Applied Physics and Mathematics, Energy and Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• A maximum of two years of full-time work experience after graduation.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English, with a preference for proficiency in a Scandinavian language.
• Knowledge of Python, Excel, and Lean methodologies, with experience in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong teamwork skills and a systematic approach to problems will be highly beneficial.
• Self driven and autonomous.

Responsibilities

• Work with process control, optimization, and standardization to improve operational performance.
• Analyze process data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities.
• Propose, implement, and follow up on process improvements to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Drive and support preventive EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) initiatives.
• Collaborate with a highly competent team.
• Work closely with skilled operators and shift leaders to ensure stable and efficient operations.
• Participate in projects as a project leader or project team member, contributing to successful implementation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Python

Excel

Lean methodologies

English language

Teamwork

Self-driven

Education

Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering / Materials Science and Engineering / Applied Physics and Mathematics / Energy and Environmental Engineering

Job description

Hydro is seeking a motivated graduate for a structured development program in Husnes, Norway. You will work on process control, optimization, and standardization to improve operations while contributing to safety, quality, and efficiency.

This entry-level role offers hands-on experience within a global aluminum and renewable energy leader. The position is based in Husnes and supports diverse career paths with development opportunities and collaboration across teams.