Mechanical Engineer

021 Kaiser Aluminum Warrick, LLC; Newburgh (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K vesting day 1

Relocation assistance

Excellent vacation plan

Employee resource groups

Benefits from day one

Job summary

Kaiser Aluminum Warrick seeks a dynamic Mechanical Engineer to support Warrick Operations across production, maintenance and engineering. You will drive mechanical systems upgrades, lead capital projects, and design improvements that boost safety, reliability and efficiency.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, cross-functional collaboration, and mentoring teammates while advancing our continuous improvement efforts in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• Preferred 3+ years' experience in an industrial environment.
• Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Preferred 3+ years' experience in leading, managing, and executing projects.
• Extra's: AutoCAD proficiency.
• Mechanical systems experience such as hydraulics, pneumatics, strength of materials.
• Knowledge of reliability tools common to industry.
• Project Leadership: you have experience leading successful capital projects.
• Tech Savvy: you are proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Operationally focused: you have stellar organizational and root cause problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated Communication skills: you can effectively communicate with all levels of employees and know why details matter.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop programs that will support process improvements to safely meet Warrick Operations' business plan.
• Coordinate all phases of assigned area mechanical engineering projects from concept to closure.
• Assist production and maintenance with equipment and process issues.
• Function as a problem solver, applying theory and experience to develop process improvements and recommendations.
• Lead and participate in process improvements with multi-discipline staff, maintenance, and production.
• Mentor employees to increase their process knowledge and support their career growth.
• Work to eliminate waste through reliability enhancements and monitoring processes.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Reliability tools

Project leadership

Root cause analysis

Effective communication

MS Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kaiser Aluminum Warrick has been on the path of innovation, embracing the latest technologies for almost 60 years! We have revolutionized the industry and lead the way in the development of sustainable aluminum products the you use every day for food and drinks. Our people are the bedrock for our operations. Along with their dedication to excellence and integrity, our people are drivers of continuous improvement who build on new ideas while flourishing within our growing business. We provide opportunities for you to think outside the box and bring creative and progressive solutions to our operations. Our passion for inclusion, diversity and equity is a value at the core of our organization and people. Are you ready to start your journey with us and be the future of Kaiser Warrick Aluminum? Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it - innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people.

To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, we provide an outstanding benefits package effective day one of employment! Industry leading compensation program. 401K options that begin vesting day 1. First-rate vacation plan for valuable work-life balance. Relocation assistance for new team members. Employee resource groups.

Our Rolling Department is looking for a dynamic problem solver to work with us in a fast paced, collaborative environment! This role is responsible for executing mechanical engineering services to safely meet Warrick Operations' business plan by providing support to production, maintenance, and engineering team. This position is a critical interface in the efficiency, output, and quality of our processes and will be responsible for mechanical systems safely integrated with manufacturing, along with upgrades of existing equipment. The primary focus will be mechanical systems operation, redesign, and upgrades.

What you'll do:

• Create and develop programs that will support process improvements to safely meet Warrick Operations' business plan.
• Coordinate all phases of assigned area mechanical engineering projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, bid solicitations, design, manufacturing, equipment commissioning, and project closure.
• Assist production and maintenance with equipment and process issues.
• Function as a problem solver, applying theory and experience to develop process improvements and accurately identifying problems by submitting sound recommendations for long-term improvements of equipment and processes.
• Lead and participate in process improvements with multi-discipline technical staff, maintenance, and production.
• Mentor employees to increase their process knowledge and support their career growth.
• Work to eliminate waste through reliability enhancements and monitoring processes, ensuring they are in control and meeting expectations.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• Preferred 3+ years' experience in an industrial environment.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Preferred 3+ years' experience in leading, managing, and executing projects.
• Extra's: AutoCAD proficiency.
• Mechanical systems experience such as hydraulics, pneumatics, strength of materials, etc.
• Knowledge of reliability tools common to industry.
• Project Leadership: You have experience leading successful capital projects.
• Tech Savvy: You are proficient in Microsoft Office programs.
• Operationally focused: You have stellar organizational and root cause problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated Communication skills: You can effectively communicate with all levels of employees and know why details matter.

Team Kaiser Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing a diverse and inclusive culture. We are strongly committed to expanding inclusion, equity, and diversity - how we hire, develop, and inspire our diverse team members that reflects and relates to the increasingly multicultural community. Kaiser Aluminum encourages applications from women, people of diverse backgrounds and those with different skills and life experiences. Kaiser is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Kaiser Aluminum encourages applications from women, people of diverse backgrounds and those with different skills and life experiences. Kaiser is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Kaiser Aluminum Corporation is a leading producer of semi-fabricated aluminum products. Manufacturers and major suppliers around the world look to Kaiser to deliver highly engineered solutions for their most demanding aerospace, automotive and industrial applications. The reason is simple: we adhere to the same strong commitments to quality, innovation and service today as when the company was founded in 1946. Kaiser operates 12 production facilities across North America. Collectively, these facilities allow us to produce an impressive range of value-added plate, sheet, and extruded products. This latter category includes extruded shapes as well as rod, bar, tube, forged stock and wire products. Each of our facilities specializes in manufacturing products for specific industries, allowing us to not only develop a deeper understanding of each market but also differentiate our processes to more efficiently meet the needs of our customers operating in those markets. Our commitment to continuous improvement is a big reason customers turn to Kaiser Aluminum time and again to deliver effective, innovative solutions. In fact, many customers have been with us since our founding. The fact is, our customers know there’s something different about the way we do things at Kaiser. They recognize our dedication to developing leading-edge solutions is backed by an uncommon commitment to good old-fashioned customer service and an uncompromising passion for exceeding expectations. It’s not an experience that’s easy to find these days. But it is The Kaiser Experience.