Mechanical Engineer - Utilities - Kaiser Aluminum : Job Details

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 with utility experience (natural gas, compressed air, steam, water, wastewater, etc.) to join Kaiser Aluminum Warrick Operations in Newburgh, Indiana!

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 plant utilities mechanical engineering projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, bid solicitations, design, manufacturing, equipment commissioning, and project closure.
• Assist maintenance with equipment and process issues on all plant utilities.
• 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.

About you:

• Deep understanding and ability to quickly comprehend mechanical and electrical systems and failure modes.
• 3-5+ years of mechanical utility experience (natural gas, compressed air, steam, water, wastewater, etc.)
• 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.)

No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.

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.