The Materials Engineer (CPS) is expected to satisfy the specific needs from plants and customers; assess viability of Aluminum sheet related technology, process or method within technical discipline to find root cause and solutions for the issues in the manufacturing and application.

The jobholder will use creativity, innovation and knowledge of multiple technical disciplines and processes to solve complex problems that may affect multiple sites. S/he will propose, justify and lead moderately complex projects; integrate knowledge of a variety of disciplines to independently address more complex problems; isolate a problem and draw upon knowledge and experience to design appropriate possible solutions.

Principle Accountabilities

Technical Expertise

• Demonstrates specialized knowledge of scientific or engineering principles, theories and concepts in a narrow technical discipline to analyze problems, devise hypotheses, and determine approach for conducting analyses
• Possesses broad knowledge of other technical disciplines; Integrates knowledge of a variety of disciplines to independently address problems in more complex process areas
• Perform sophisticated analysis of complex data and make product or process recommendations based on analysis
• Ability to assess viability of a technology, process or method to make recommendations as to the best application for a site based on business needs
• Develops broad knowledge of other engineering or scientific disciplines 
• Takes responsibility for work within established objectives. 
• File invention records, cited in IP filings, recognizing opportunities for IP

Project Leadership

• Demonstrates proficiency in project management tools/principles or competently leads projects of moderate complexity
• Proposes, justifies and leads complex projects for a site or complex segments of larger projects impacting multiple sites/region/global
• Will ensure speedy and effective action to progress site or regional project objectives through interactions with equipment manufacturers and third-party companies who may be Novelis suppliers or customers 
• Balancing multiple priorities across multiple projects or service group requests
• Responsible for setting priorities of project team; as well as balancing multiple priorities across multiple projects or service group requests

Communication

• Frequently communicates scientific and technical information or results effectively to colleagues, external suppliers and customers that influences program decision-making
• Participates in gathering of customer (internal or external) requirements and feedback; incorporates requirements and feedback to project actions. 
• Effectively presents technical information to peers or superiors in the scientific community; persuasion of others to trial new ideas in operations.
• May present information at technical conferences
• Identifies and communicates best practices and methods to others
• Has the ability to effectively operate in multiple geographies and cultures

EHS

• Utilizes equipment in a safe operating manner and in compliance with Novelis safety standards
• SME for EHS concerns related to a specific process(es), laboratory(ies), or functional area(s) so as to ensure consideration of EHS in design/adoption of techniques and equipment
• May be accountable for ensuring appropriate EHS and housekeeping practices for an assigned area at a site
• May be responsible for ensuring that other employees in an assigned area or project team utilize equipment in a safe operating manner and utilize safe practices to comply with Novelis safety standards

Technical Decision Making

• Determines own priorities
• Works autonomously
• May influence product or process decisions that impact operations
• Addresses complex problems by demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of a work area’s technology
• Identifies customer and/or operational problems to be addressed, proposes solutions, leads work of project teams to solve the problem and reports the findings
• Contributes to the development of major advances in process and product technology
• Assesses and evaluates risks and recommends a course of action; able to make a decision with limited information

Qualifications

Education

• Advanced degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Corrosion Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or a directly related field

Experience

• Entry to this level typically requires 1 year of relevant experience
• High level of creativity and self-initiative
• Profound expertise in the field of product development or processing

Functional Competencies

• Knowledge of Al Physical metallurgy or manufacturing
• Profound experience of materials testing
• Good communication skills, English preferred

Behavioral Competencies

• The ability to learn continuously and quickly under all circumstances and situations
• Demonstration of energy, self-driven and enthusiasm in the pursuit of goals
• Be proactive. Actively integrating into the team and actively seeking help to adapt to the new environment, etc
• Working in teams effectively for delivering shared goals
• Build long lasting, trustworthy and productive relationships with all stakeholders
• Continuously up-grade skills, acquire knowledge, broaden perspectives and build experiences
• Adaptability to changes
• Scope out plans, execute the plan and set priorities to accomplish tasks and projects
• Deliver results in a high-quality, time bound and cost-effective manner

Novelis Shanghai office is located in Xinyicheng, Caohejing High-tech Park, Minhang District.