Senior Mechanical Engineer

Norsk Hydro; Cressona (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Profit Sharing

Retirement Savings Plan

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Norsk Hydro is seeking a senior Mechanical Engineer to support aluminum extrusion manufacturing in Cressona, PA. The role leads mechanical projects, improves equipment reliability, and collaborates with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality to optimize safety, quality, and throughput.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with mechanical systems in large-scale industrial settings, strong troubleshooting skills, and a track record of Lean-based improvements.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of engineering experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, troubleshooting, improvements, and failure analysis.
• Experience designing or implementing machine guarding, fail-safe systems, and engineering controls.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support for aluminum extrusion presses, billet heating systems, handling systems, saws, pullers, runout tables, aging ovens, packaging equipment, and related manufacturing systems.
• Lead equipment reliability, productivity, and continuous improvement projects to improve safety, quality, throughput, and operating cost.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical equipment and process issues and develop effective corrective actions.
• Design, specify, modify, and improve equipment, components, tooling, and mechanical systems.
• Develop engineering specifications, equipment layouts, drawings, calculations, and project documentation.
• Lead capital projects from concept and justification through installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Partner with Maintenance and Operations to identify equipment reliability opportunities and eliminate recurring failures.
• Analyze equipment performance, downtime, and process data to identify root causes and improvement opportunities.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for critical production equipment.
• Ensure engineering solutions comply with applicable safety, environmental, and industry standards.
• Work with suppliers and contractors on equipment selection, design, installation, and technical issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Participate in equipment and process risk assessments, MOC activities, and project reviews.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to maintenance and operations personnel as needed.

Skills

Mechanical design

Troubleshooting

Project leadership

Lean/continuous improvement

Job description

Location: Cressona, PA, US, 17929 Career area: Engineering Department: Engineering Lead Job Type: Permanent Apply by: This position will remain open until filled

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Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Quarterly Profit Sharing
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

What you will be doing

Job Summary: The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for providing engineering expertise to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of aluminum extrusion manufacturing equipment and processes. This position leads mechanical engineering projects, equipment improvements, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives while partnering closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and other engineering functions.

• Provide mechanical engineering support for aluminum extrusion presses, billet heating systems, handling systems, saws, pullers, runout tables, aging ovens, packaging equipment, and related manufacturing systems.
• Lead equipment reliability, productivity, and continuous improvement projects to improve safety, quality, throughput, and operating cost.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical equipment and process issues and develop effective corrective actions.
• Design, specify, modify, and improve equipment, components, tooling, and mechanical systems.
• Develop engineering specifications, equipment layouts, drawings, calculations, and project documentation.
• Lead capital projects from concept and justification through installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Partner with Maintenance and Operations to identify equipment reliability opportunities and eliminate recurring failures.
• Analyze equipment performance, downtime, and process data to identify root causes and improvement opportunities.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for critical production equipment.
• Ensure engineering solutions comply with applicable safety, environmental, and industry standards.
• Work with suppliers and contractors on equipment selection, design, installation, and technical issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Participate in equipment and process risk assessments, MOC activities, and project reviews.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to maintenance and operations personnel as needed.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/ Experience:

• At least 10 years of engineering experience.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills/ Qualifications:

Experience supporting mechanical equipment in a large-scale industrial manufacturing environment, such as metals, aluminum, steel, foundry, automotive, or heavy process manufacturing.

Strong working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including troubleshooting, system improvements, and failure analysis.

Experience designing or implementing machine guarding, fail-safe systems, and engineering controls that reduce employee exposure to hazards.

Ability to evaluate equipment layouts, maintenance access requirements, and space utilization for new equipment installations and plant modifications.

Experience investigating structural integrity concerns involving industrial equipment, lifting systems, cranes, or supporting structures.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles.These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

About Hydro

• Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
• Founded: 1905
• Number of employees: 32,000
• Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide

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