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. We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join Kaiser Aluminum Warrick Operations in Newburgh, Indiana!
The Mechanical Process Engineer is responsible for optimizing, stabilizing, and improving manufacturing processes on coil coating and finishing lines through mechanical engineering expertise. This role primarily focuses on process performance, reliability, quality, and throughput, while also leading or supporting capital and expense projects when required to enable process improvements.
What’s in it for you!
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.
What you will work on:
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.
Design, specify, and modify mechanical systems for coil coating line equipment.
Reliability, Maintenance & Troubleshooting for strip tacking issues, tension control problems and coating defects cause by mechanical factors.
Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for mechanical failures and chronic downtime.
Develop and improve preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
Define critical spare parts and maintenance standards.
About you:
Deep understanding and ability to quickly comprehend electrical and mechanical systems and failure modes.
3-5+ years of heavy industry experience
Demonstrated problem solving using data.
Passion to learn and improve.
Effective team leader and team member that energizes others.
Ability in influence business leaders, peers, and team members professionally with data, logic and presentation skills
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
Strong software skills. (MS Office, Creating document templates, Creating Excel sheets with special formatting/tables, importing data/results, etc.)
Experience with metals processing equipment preferred.
Proficiency in mechanical design tools and CAD software.
Ability to support both day-to-day operations and long-term capital planning.
About Kaiser Aluminum Warrick:
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.
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.