Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents.

The Technology team of R&D Americas, located in Kennesaw Georgia, is seeking a Lab Test Engineer in Surface Treatment and Corrosion testing laboratories. This position plays a critical role in the laboratories that handle lab testing, developing, operating and maintaining test equipment, resolving equipment issues, designing and implementing of next generation capabilities to improve existing setup. R&D Americas performs R&D projects and delivers innovation in advanced aluminum alloys with special surface characteristics that meet Novelis customers’ requirements and supports Novelis manufacturing plants worldwide. The laboratories have a fully equipped corrosion laboratory dedicated specifically to adhesive/aluminum bond durability in extreme conditions. The Corrosion Labs includes 12 humidity chambers, two salt-spray chambers, and three environmental spray chambers.

The incumbent will work closely with Surface/Corrosion scientists to conduct research work that would include experiments, testing, data interpretation and data analysis of the samples through various laboratory tests such as neutral salt spray, G85-A2, bond durability testing; surface treatment test such as surface cleaning, chemical pretreatment, anodization and surface chemical coating processes and characterization techniques. A successful candidate will develop an in-depth knowledge of specialized surface treatment/corrosion testing, while providing technical expertise/support to routine tests and non-routine experiments.

• This role is a full-time on-site role.
• Individual pay will vary based on qualifications, experience, and performance. In addition to base salary, this position includes participation in a short-term incentive plan.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for Surface treatment/Corrosion testing according to request or method specifications for tests
• Conduct Surface treatment/Corrosion testing for research projects and implement design of experiments with high quality and minimal guidance. Compile lab reports with data analysis and interpretation.
• Perform and develop thorough understanding of routine tasks in the Surface Treatment/Corrosion labs, developing specialization in these areas.
• Apply working knowledge and in-depth understanding of surface treatment and corrosion testing to contribute to the technical feasibility analysis for projects and provide technical guidance.
• Use lab management software to plan and complete specific task requests for various Surface/Corrosion work packages - communicate task updates to partners.
• Use equipment in a safe operating manner and in compliance with Novelis safety standards. Ensure Standard Operating Procedures and Quality System protocols are followed when operating lab equipment.
• Identify and correct hazards or unsafe practices in immediate work area or routine tasks or identify to supervisor or site EHS lead.
• Use the application of standard scientific practices, principles, theories, concepts and techniques to ensure quality.
• Work with teams to identify improvements or modifications to equipment and processes to enhance effectiveness, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Develop new testing capabilities (new equipment) and testing methods. Prepare Work Instructions and maintain proper documentation.

Minimum qualifications

• Engineering Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or relevant field of study.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience performing routine tasks and non-routine experiments in specific Surface treatment/Corrosion testing and sample preparation.
• Knowledge and understanding of good safe lab practices.
• Knowledge of chemical handling and chemical mixing
• Broad experience with testing and measuring equipment, and laboratory testing tools. Mechanical proficiency and enjoy hands-on work.
• Experience in designing and implementing new capabilities within the Surface Treatment and Corrosion testing labs
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize responsibility; must be able to manage multiple tasks without compromising the quality of work and data
• An interest in critical thinking, problem solving and attention to details; strong communication (verbal/written) and presentation skills for reporting to internal collaborators
• Proficient with computers and their applications to collect, store, and analyze data and images (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to report test results and findings with specific recommendations during project team meetings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree would be an added advantage.
• Experience in an industrial R&D laboratory setting.
• Experience with surface treatment and corrosion testing of aluminum alloys (ASTM G85, G67, Neutral Salt Spray, etc)
• Experience with ISO 17025 or other recognized quality systems

What We Offer:

Novelis' benefits say a lot about how we care for each other. Our employees and their families have many different needs. As a result, our benefits offer choices on many levels and are high in quality, driven by the marketplace, and affordable. In addition to core benefits, we provide these unique to the industry benefits:

• Family Growth Programs: Paid parental Leave, Adoption Assistance, Fertility Treatment, Childcare Discount and Nursing Mom Support
• Employee Assistance Programs: free resources available 24/7 to you and your family in the areas of mental health, family life, and career and financial guidance
• Wellness Programs: incentives for wellness activities, wellness spending account, programs for building healthy habits, virtual physical therapy for joint, back, and pelvic health, health management programs and more.
• Diabetes Management Program
• Pet insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• PerkSpot Discount Program
• Tuition assistance and career development programs

Novelis’ Global Research and Technology Center located in Kennesaw Georgia within the greater Atlanta metropolitan area is a cutting-edge full-service research and technology hub that employs approximately 200 people including world-class engineers metallurgists chemists scientists technologists and technicians. The facility includes state-of-the-art lab equipment and a diverse mix of product pilot lines that bring innovative solutions to customers in the automotive beverage can and specialty markets. Kennesaw provides a diverse and family-friendly place to live with countless museums cultural opportunities and educational institutions. Novelis is committed to the Kennesaw community and supports a number of local charitable organizations including Habitat for Humanity as well as FIRST Robotics aimed at encouraging young people to pursue the Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields in order to spur the next generation of scientists and innovators.

Novelis recognizes its talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Novelis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All terms and conditions of employment at Novelis including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoffs recalls transfers leaves of absence compensation and training are without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal provincial or local laws.

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