Materials Engineer

NOVELIS; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

NOVELIS in Kennesaw, Georgia is seeking a Materials Engineer to develop rolled aluminum products for automotive applications. The role involves working on project teams and leading product development initiatives.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing or R&D setting. This position offers opportunities for growth and meaningful contributions to Novelis' automotive business.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing or R&D environment.
• Experience related to aluminum products is preferred.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop superior rolled aluminum products for automotive applications.
• Plan and document results of experiments and trials.
• Propose and lead projects for product development.
• Drive process improvements within the department.
• Clearly communicate technical information to internal customers.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory heat treatments

Data analysis software

Job description

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

The Novelis Kennesaw team is seeking a Materials Engineer. This role reports to the Senior Manager Operations and Customer Plant Support. The ideal candidate will be responsible for working in project teams to develop superior rolled aluminum products for automotive/CAN/specialty applications. Working closely with colleagues in research and in manufacturing, the jobholder will strive to turn innovative science and technology into robust, working solutions. This would involve leading/performing routine and, at times, non-routine testing and characterization relevant to aluminum products and processes. The role may have ownership of some portion of a project or program of tests in the lab, or responsibility of pieces of equipment for analysis, testing, or processing. There will be opportunity to collaborate with colleagues in Novelis’ plants and regional technology centers around the globe, and to support customers. The role provides potential for growth towards technical and project leadership, and a real chance to play an important part in the future success of Novelis’ global automotive/CAN/specialty businesses.

Responsibilities

• Balance priorities across multiple projects or work streams to meet assigned project commitments, timelines and deliverables
• Plan, organize, complete and document results of experiments, plant trials and product performance investigations conducted for Novelis, customers, and suppliers; responsible for reliability and accuracy of data and preliminary analysis of results
• May work individually or as a part of a team to perform routine and non-routine assigned tasks, and may coordinate the efforts of others to achieve common goals
• Propose, justify and lead projects for a site or segments of larger projects
• Assist with feasibility studies to analyse the commercial and technical viability of new products and processes
• Assist with developing tests and testing regimes to demonstrate products are fit for purpose
• Ability to independently isolate a problem and draw upon knowledge and experience to design an appropriate, well-controlled experiment to identify cause and possible solutions
• Drive process improvements within a department or a location; may be responsible for maintenance of critical equipment or process
• Clearly communicate technical information and results effectively to internal customers
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with work group and other internal functional areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science Metallurgical, or Mechanical Engineering with typically 1 to 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or R&​D environment
• Specific experience related to aluminum products would be a distinct advantage, although applicants with relevant experience in steels or other metals would also be considered
• Ability to work with limited supervision from supervisor, project leader or senior technical staff
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize responsibility; must be able to manage multiple tasks without compromising the quality of work and data
• An interest in critical thinking, problem solving and attention to details; strong communication and presentation skills for reporting to internal collaborators
• Strong teammate with ability to interact with different levels of the organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of one or more metallurgical processes such as casting, hot rolling, cold rolling, annealing, laboratory heat treatments, materials characterization techniques, etc.
• Experience with project management including tools/principles
• Possess advanced computer skills to collect, store and analyze data and image

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

What We Offer

Novelis’ benefits reflect our commitment to supporting employees and their households with flexible, high-quality options, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Company-paid life insurance and voluntary coverage options
• Competitive paid time off
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Retirement and post-retirement health coverage options
• Employee assistance programs available 24/7
• Wellness, career development, and work-life support resources

Location Profile

Novelis’ Global Research and Technology Center located in Kennesaw, Georgia within the greater Atlanta metropolitan area is a cutting‑edge full‑service research and technology hub that employs approximately 200 people including world‑class engineers, metallurgists, chemists, scientists, technologists and technicians. The facility includes state‑of‑the‑art lab equipment and a diverse mix of product pilot lines that bring innovative solutions to customers in the automotive, beverage can and specialty markets.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Novelis recognizes its talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Novelis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All terms and conditions of employment at Novelis including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and training are without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.