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Novelis

Produces flat-rolled aluminum; recycles aluminum globally

Electrical Engineer

Controls & Automation EngineeringUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeBay Minette, AL, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
  • At least 3 years of progressive experience is required.
  • Work experience in factory electrical engineering is required.
  • Knowledge of electric motor and drive systems is required.
  • Experience with design and program logic for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and human-machine interfaces (HMIs) is required.
  • Methodical equipment problem-solving skills are required.
  • Good project management skills are required.
  • The candidate must be result-oriented and capable of making decisions.
  • The candidate must be able to support, lead, and develop other personnel to accomplish personal, plant, and corporate objectives.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to connect with all levels of the organization are required.
  • The candidate must be able to take initiative, follow up with employees, understand their needs, and encourage collaborative relationships.
  • The candidate must be able to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze processes, equipment, and facilities to identify advancements that can increase profitability through reduced costs, increased efficiency, improved quality, increased production output, and optimized equipment uptime.
  • Support the aluminum manufacturing process by working closely with Operations, Engineering, Administrative, and Process groups.
  • Work with Automation, Reliability, and Engineering Managers to develop conceptual and functional requirements for short- and long-term process and equipment development consistent with the business plan.
  • Provide after-hours and weekend support as needed to assist maintenance in resolving issues with an immediate impact on plant performance, including providing direction and mentorship remotely or onsite.
  • Support maintenance technicians and engineers in resolving and preventing maintenance and engineering problems, and develop process and equipment training programs for maintenance staff.
  • Apply technology and techniques to resolve complex problems related to electrical controls for recycling, remelting, and casting.
  • Cross-train with teams on electrical controls for recycling, remelting, and casting applications.
  • Review site equipment and technology for robustness, reliability, and obsolescence, and develop modification or upgrade plans as needed.
  • Identify innovations and continuous-improvement opportunities.
  • Support and assist with capital projects from conceptual through implementation phases.
  • Handle communication between the plant electrical supply and power distribution.
  • Implement electrical engineering solutions for environmental regulations, processes, and system improvements.
  • Support, mentor, and provide assistance to internal collaborators to meet safety, quality, reliability, and cost goals.
  • Prepare and present technical information to senior management to influence regional or global decisions on matters with significant business impact, including regional or multi-site capital expenditures and regional process or product improvements.
  • Adhere to and support company quality, environmental, health and safety, and certification standards, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, IATF 16949:2016, and applicable ASI certifications.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with steel or aluminum recycling, remelting, and casting processes is preferred.
  • Proficiency with Historian (iba/PDA systems) is preferred.
  • Knowledge of large industrial combustion systems is desirable.
  • A basic understanding of controls and servo-system capabilities, maintenance procedures, and equipment-reliability principles is preferred.
  • Experience troubleshooting mechanical systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, tooling issues, measurement feedback systems, and basic design robustness, is preferred.
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) Studio 5000, PowerFlex variable-frequency drives, and FactoryTalk View SE/ME is preferred.

About the Company

Novelis

Produces flat-rolled aluminum; recycles aluminum globally

Novelis produces flat-rolled aluminum products and is the world’s largest aluminum recycler. It creates aluminum sheets and plates for aerospace, beverage cans, automotive, and high-end markets through an integrated network of rolling mills and recycling facilities worldwide, using scrap and primary material to make consistent, high-quality products. It differentiates itself by its global scale and the integration of rolling and recycling across multiple regions, plus a strong focus on health, safety, and community partnerships. Its goal is to be the leading global provider of flat-rolled aluminum and aluminum recycling solutions, delivering reliable, sustainable products worldwide.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$2.2B
Headquarters
Zurich, Switzerland
Founded
2005

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