Position Overview

Novelis Oswego has an exciting opportunity for an Automation Engineer! This position is responsible for managing systems engineering in the areas of automation and computer systems to contribute to the achievement of the Manufacturing Unit's safety, quality, and cost objectives.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of existing automated systems
• Application of mature engineering knowledge in planning and conducting projects having a scope for independent accomplishment and coordination of responsible assignments
• Application of state-of-the-art technology and techniques to resolve complex engineering problems
• Performs special study programs involving technical data of a complex nature
• Support manufacturing by working closely with the Operations, Engineering and Process Groups
• Direct vendors and consultants
• Involvement in equipment, operator, and maintenance training programs
• Promote external contacts with other operations research groups as necessary
• Must be willing to keep current with the ever-changing technology, balancing it with the needs of the operations to bring forth improvements in process control, process automation and process management systems and methods

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Computer, Software Engineering, or related discipline
• Experience working in an IT environment organization
• Strong communication skills required
• Software skills in software analysis, design, methodology, and architecture
• Programming experience in software language

Qualifications, Cont.

• Ability to develop relationships with employees
• Must possess leadership skills to direct, lead and develop other personnel to accomplish personal, plant and corporate objectives
• Must be flexible and able to operate in a fast-paced environment, with ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work
• Experience in Windows operating system management and configuration as it pertains to a networked manufacturing environment

Location Profile

Oswego, NY is a small city with a beautiful waterfront, complemented by the maritime theme found within the city. Our many parks afford a panoramic view of Lake Ontario, and we offer a beautifully preserved historical site at Fort Ontario. Oswego is centrally located in New York State, just 45 minutes north of Syracuse, making the Syracuse suburbs an easy commute. The State University of New York at Oswego is No. 18 on the U.S. News list of the best 50 public campuses in the Northern Region. Oswego’s location makes it very attractive to outdoor enthusiasts with sailing, power boating, world class sport fishing and auto racing opportunities in our back yard. A short drive to the Adirondack Mountains provides countless opportunities for hiking, back packing, canoe/kayaking and camping on and around 46 peaks over 4,000 feet in altitude.