Sr. Joining Engineer
Position Overview As a key member of the Joining and Additive Manufacturing cluster, the incumbent will work closely with Engineers and Scientists to focus on joining of aluminum alloys for automotive applications. This is a key technology to be developed in the Product and Process Technology group of Novelis R&D Americas Organization. This position will work in project teams within the cluster to develop technologies and sheet aluminum joining expertise. This role requires extensive project management skills and design knowledge of sheet aluminum systems across diverse usage scenarios in the can, auto, aerospace, and specialties markets. Candidates are sought who have proven track record to identify gaps; develop, propose, and manage projects; and complete within a team environment. The Sr. Engineer will demonstrate current innovative testing capabilities, propose new equipment, and to develop tailored equipment. The Sr. Engineer will also work with other clusters of R&D Engineers and Scientists in Metallurgy, Forming, Surfaces/coating and Corrosion to solve challenging problems across all Novelis value streams (can, auto, aerospace, and specialties) and develop a deeper core knowledge. Opportunities exist to manage projects, collaborate with external customers and partners, travel to Global Novelis sites, and disseminate findings in peer-reviewed journals and at international conferences. Applicants should be able to deliver timely results in a fast-paced research and development environment. Self-starter candidates with demonstrated hands-on experience are highly sought. At Novelis, our people are our greatest asset! We embrace diversity to see real world problems through various lenses, and make breath through technology possible. Our family oriented atmosphere encourages and enables employees and their families to give back to their communities through numerous volunteer events. We also work with non-profit partners, local schools towards making communities safer, and growing recycling by consumers. Novelis also supports Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education initiatives. We operate in a strong and encouraging environment, with opportunities to be part of our employee mentorship programs to guide you through your career. Does this sound like your next opportunity? Apply today! Responsibilities & Qualifications Responsibilities Lead Science and Engineering innovations in Joining and Additive Manufacturing to innovate new joining ideas. Lead large internal and external customer-focused projects from feasibility to completion to enable increased customer use of aluminum. Ensure projects are well planned, appropriately resourced, accurately prioritized and timely delivered. Provide technical sharing and knowledge dissemination in Joining Take a key role in solving customer aluminum joining issues including mixed material joining and identifying their potential knowledge gaps Proactively propose new additive manufacturing solutions Novelis operations in response to process performance and reliability challenges. Leverage data and techniques developed within Novelis to advise customer design constraints and experimental trial scenarios Provide technical proficiency in aluminum joining and additive manufacturing. Write technical reports and invention records in the course of research and support patent filing to strengthen Novelis IP position and protection. Qualifications B.S. in Mechanical, Materials/Metallurgical or Welding Engineering with 8
years' work experience or M.S./Ph. D. degree with 4 - 6 years' work experience Proven track record of developing joining and additive manufacturing technologies for implementation in automotive OEMs or other industries. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning, resourcing, and execution to deliver timely results of large and sophisticated projects First-hand experience presenting project highlights, outcomes, and setbacks to collaborators Capacity to evaluate customer needs and adjust when goals or requirements change Knowledge of aluminum alloy systems and how these systems are applied to various use scenarios, such as:
auto applications or can body versus can end applications Demonstrated experience in sheet metal joining with practical experience with resistance spot welding, self-piercing riveting, laser welding and other mechanical joining. Deep knowledge of impact of material properties on joining process and joining performance. Understanding of the business impact such as manufacturing/assembly cost by choice of certain joining technology and equipment. Knowledge of methods to measure and supervise Joining operations, such as vision systems, image analysis and load sensors, etc.
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Software DevelopmentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
years' work experience or M.S./Ph. D. degree with 4 - 6 years' work experience Proven track record of developing joining and additive manufacturing technologies for implementation in automotive OEMs or other industries. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning, resourcing, and execution to deliver timely results of large and sophisticated projects First-hand experience presenting project highlights, outcomes, and setbacks to collaborators Capacity to evaluate customer needs and adjust when goals or requirements change Knowledge of aluminum alloy systems and how these systems are applied to various use scenarios, such as:
auto applications or can body versus can end applications Demonstrated experience in sheet metal joining with practical experience with resistance spot welding, self-piercing riveting, laser welding and other mechanical joining. Deep knowledge of impact of material properties on joining process and joining performance. Understanding of the business impact such as manufacturing/assembly cost by choice of certain joining technology and equipment. Knowledge of methods to measure and supervise Joining operations, such as vision systems, image analysis and load sensors, etc.
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Software DevelopmentEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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