The jobholder is responsible for characterizing and evaluating performance of the existing aluminum alloy plate products and development of new processes that will meet customer needs and/or create new aluminum plate markets.

Job Context

1. Implement the safety-first principle, follow HSE rules and safety operation procedures, timely report the accident and near miss events, participate in HSE training. Be responsible for the security of oneself and colleagues.
2. Responsible for research and development of new aluminum plate products based on customer' requirements, create Standard Work Procedures for the new products regarding process parameter and definitions.
3. Responsible for trial production or qualification of aircraft or commercial plates, following productions, arranging testing and reporting, analysis and solving problems in case of quality issues.
4. Responsible for quality and process improvement of the existed plates where necessary.
5. Responsible for supervision of junior R&D engineers.
6. Other duties assigned by the manager.

Major Challenges

Application of practical work experience to solve process or technical issues of moderate complexity; Help is available from Lead engineers or scientists and external experts.

On time delivery of quality results from complex tasks; Must be able to balance multiple priorities across multiple projects or work streams.

Principal Accountabilities

Safety- Vision Zero Injuries

Complete periodic training on 7 safety absolutes and active participation in EHS activity as applicable.

Adhere to company safety rules (cell phone, no jewelry)

Manage projects with moderate complexity

Familiar with project managing tool Accolade; Create A3 and/or one Pager

Manage financial forecasts & spending

Deliver key milestones OTIF

Technical competency development

Familiar with customer qualification specs.

Clearly communicate the needs and the nature of problems with plant, operation and Lab staff.

Plan, coordinate and follow-up on all lab tests internally & externally.

Review & analyze data and write QTR reports.

Present technical information to peers and superiors at regional & global levels.

File invention records, cited in IP filings.

Lead/Support BCS/CPS activities

Plan and work with laboratory staff to conduct laboratory testing.

Provide data, information and ideas to help with finding the solution to customer issues.

Provide a final report

Live NOVELIS cultural beliefs

Lead by example

Requirements

1. Master or higher degree in metallurgy, material science or equivalent
2. 7+ years of experience in a similar position in the Aluminum industry, preferably in the production of rolled Aluminum products and relevant applications, such as aerospace, Al anodization, etc.
3. Very good understanding of material properties and their relations to material composition, microstructure and process parameters
4. Sound knowledge of relevant material specifications such as ASTM, AMS, GB and others
5. Knowledge of industrial standards regarding quality management such as ISO 9000 series
6. Good analysis skills, problem solving and decision-making skills, able to work independently.
7. Experience of electron optical (SEM/EDS), metallographic and surface analytical techniques would be desirable
8. Fully competent in project management tools.
9. Strong interpersonal skills for effective interaction in plant and R&D environments
10. Due to the international customer portfolio, sound English in technical areas (both oral and written) is highly appreciated

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