Mechanical Engineer Jobs

Novelis is the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, producing an estimated 19 percent of the world's flat-rolled aluminum products. We work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, beverage can, automotive and high-end specialty markets.

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, Novelis has approximately 14,650 employees in 33 operating facilities on four continents and is making significant capital investments in recycling and rolling capacity in North America to meet an ascending customer demand.

Position Overview

The Novelis Kingston, ON team is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling many aspects of the mechanical maintenance function by identifying and problem-solving all mechanical issues. This position is responsible for the development, installation and commissioning of capital and expense projects to be undertaken in support of reliability, EHS, efficiency and product development initiatives. The Mechanical Engineer will analyze, recommend, and construct design changes and improvements for a vast array of mechanical equipment.

As a team member at Novelis, the successful candidate should be able to exert technical leadership and gain the confidence, respect of tradespeople, operators, and management. This is one of the most important attributes to us, because at Novelis, our people are our greatest asset. We embrace our diversity to see real world problems through various lenses and make break-through technology possible. Our team-centric approach encourages and enables employees and their families to give back to their communities through volunteering and working with non-profit partners and local schools towards making communities safer, supporting Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education initiatives and growing recycling by consumers. We operate in a strong encouraging environment with opportunities to be a part of our employee mentorship programs to guide you through your career.

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Responsibilities

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Prepare and present capital expenditure requests, including sound financial analysis/justification, for management approval
• Develop SOPs and training programs on processes and equipment for tradespeople and operators
• Work with external resources to facilitate contractor management, build vendor relations and connect with engineering firms
• Be a role model within the Kingston team by demonstrating Novelis policies, procedures, and absolutes to contribute to a safe working environment
• Compare alternatives and recommend cost effective solutions for productivity, cost, quality, reliability, safety, and environmental improvements
• Apply principles of continuous improvement on a routine basis to improve Asset Effectiveness metrics
• Advocate for short- and long-term Capital Projects to align with the company’s business plan and to deliver results for all stakeholders
• Supports and leads root cause analyses using 5-Why, Cause Maps, etc.
• Be available as needed to support operations at a 24/7 facility
• Provide technical support to a team of unionized tradespeople and operators to trouble shoot, tackle preventive maintenance and engineering problems
• Responsible for project engineering and management of capital and maintenance projects

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience with machinery design, machinery fabrication and process design
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, P.Eng, or equivalent preferred
• Ability to lead and be responsible for contractors
• Demonstrated excellent leadership skills through past experiences
• Proficient in Computer Software such as Microsoft Office, Solid Works, SAP and AutoCAD
• Ability to write specifications and facilitate bids from contractors and suppliers
• Fundamental knowledge of Solid Works and AutoCAD, with the ability to make minor changes to drawings
• Proficient in the fundamentals of reliability such that the position can help establish appropriate PM’s and PdM’s for process equipment
• Strong oral and written communication skills to allow for fluid interaction with contractors, customers, employees, and government regulatory agencies at all levels
• A strong understanding of maintenance theory and principles of equipment reliability
• 5+ years of work experience in a field of mechanical engineering
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively work with different levels of the organization
• Proficient in advanced engineering and diagnostic tools such as vibrations analysis, lubrication analysis, etc.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform root-cause-analysis on equipment and process issues, specifically in the mechanical area

What We Offer

Novelis' benefits say a lot about how we care for each other. Our employees and their families have many different needs. Here are a few of the benefits we offer to support you and your family’s well-being:

• Extended Health Benefits including medical, dental, vision, Health Spending Account, and fitness reimbursement program
• Wellness and Work Life Support - career development and educational assistance
• Employee assistance programs – available 24/7 to you and your family
• Company-paid basic life insurance and additional voluntary life coverage
• Retirement and Savings plans with company match

Novelis recognizes its dedicated 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 citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, color, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and record of offenses.

If you require accommodation to participate in any part of the selection process, please contact Human Resources at 613-541-7104.

Novelis’ Kingston facility located on the eastern end of Lake Ontario Kingston is midway between Toronto and Montreal. 275 employees cold roll finish and anneal aluminum used in automotive and specialty products for a wide array of customers in North America. Residents and visitors enjoy Kingston’s Downtown District which is the gathering place for various events including the Kingston Buskers Rendezvous Feb Fest the 1000 Islands Poker Run and The Limestone City Blues Festival. Our employees give back to the community through United Way and the Loaned Representative Program. The site also provides grants to community organizations promoting safety recycling and STEM education through the company’s Novelis Neighbor program.

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Location Profile

Novelis’ Kingston facility located on the eastern end of Lake Ontario Kingston is midway between Toronto and Montreal. 275 employees cold roll finish and anneal aluminum used in automotive and specialty products for a wide array of customers in North America. Local residents and visitors enjoy Kingston’s Downtown District which is the gathering place for various events including the Kingston Buskers Rendezvous FebFest the 1000 Islands Poker Run and The Limestone City Blues Festival. Our employees give back to the community through United Way and the Loaned Representative Program. The site also provides grants to community organizations promoting safety recycling and STEM education through the company’s Novelis Neighbor program.