Sr. Electrical Engineer

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 Novelis Davenport, IA team is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer. In this position you will report to the EMRA Leader – Op Ex. As the Sr. Electrical Engineer, you will be Solve the Complex Reliability and Power Challenges Behind One of North America's Most Advanced Manufacturing Operations. At Novelis Davenport, you'll have the opportunity to lead those challenges.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader responsible for improving the reliability, performance, and capability of critical manufacturing systems in one of the world's leading aluminum rolling facilities. You'll work across a diverse range of electrical and control systems, partnering with operations, maintenance, engineering, and project teams to solve complex technical issues, modernize infrastructure, and drive measurable operational improvements.

This is a role for engineers who want ownership. You'll identify opportunities, investigate root causes, lead improvement initiatives, and see your work translated directly into higher reliability, increased throughput, and stronger plant performance.

Responsibilities:

Improve Reliability of Critical Manufacturing Assets

• Lead investigations into complex electrical and controls-related failures that impact safety, production, and equipment reliability.
• Perform root cause analysis and develop sustainable solutions that eliminate recurring issues.
• Partner with maintenance and operations teams to improve equipment uptime and reduce lifecycle maintenance costs.
• Support the Reliability Roadmap through data-driven improvement initiatives and long-term asset strategies.

Drive Technical Excellence Across the Plant

• Provide advanced electrical engineering support for manufacturing operations and capital projects.
• Evaluate, design, and implement improvements to power, controls, instrumentation, and industrial network systems.
• Apply sound engineering principles to improve equipment performance, reliability, maintainability, and operational efficiency.
• Develop technical standards and engineering best practices that support long-term plant success.

Lead Capital and Modernization Projects

• Manage small to medium-sized capital projects from concept development through startup and commissioning.
• Develop project scopes, technical specifications, cost estimates, and budget proposals.
• Research and implement emerging technologies that improve manufacturing performance and reliability.
• Coordinate equipment installations, upgrades, and modernization efforts while ensuring business objectives are achieved.

Optimize Industrial Networks and Connected Systems

• Support and improve the plant's operational technology infrastructure.
• Design and implement solutions that improve network performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Monitor network capacity, identify bottlenecks, and implement strategies that ensure reliable communication between manufacturing systems.
• Support the increasing integration of manufacturing data, automation, and connected technologies across the facility.

Partner Across Operations

• Serve as a trusted technical resource for maintenance, operations, and engineering teams.
• Provide hands-on support during troubleshooting, commissioning, and system optimization activities.
• Deliver technical training and knowledge sharing to strengthen plant capabilities.
• Build strong working relationships that help drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Ensure Safe and Sustainable Operations

• Ensure all electrical systems, modifications, and engineering activities meet company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain the integrity of engineering documentation, drawings, specifications, and equipment records.
• Support environmental, quality, safety, and sustainability initiatives throughout the facility.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum three years of electrical engineering experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Minimum three years of controls and automation experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience supporting electrical systems, controls, and manufacturing equipment in a production environment.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining a high level of technical excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in heavy manufacturing, metals, steel, aluminum, pulp and paper, chemical processing, or similar industrial environments.
• Knowledge of industrial power systems, automation, controls, motors, drives, instrumentation, and industrial networking.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting hot rolling or continuous process manufacturing operations.

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Why Engineers Join Novelis

The Davenport facility offers electrical engineers something increasingly rare: scale, complexity, and ownership.

You'll work on manufacturing systems where engineering decisions have immediate and visible impact. From improving reliability and reducing downtime to modernizing infrastructure and supporting strategic capital investments, you'll have opportunities to solve meaningful technical challenges every day.

Rather than being limited to a narrow specialty, you'll gain exposure to power systems, controls, industrial networks, reliability engineering, project execution, and advanced manufacturing technologies across one of the largest aluminum rolling operations in the world.

If you're motivated by difficult engineering challenges, continuous improvement, and the opportunity to influence the future of a highly automated manufacturing operation, this role offers a platform to make a significant impact.

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What We Offer

Novelis provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, career growth, and work-life balance, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-Funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Optional Supplemental Coverage
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Retirement and Post-Retirement Health Coverage Options
• Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7
• Wellness Programs and Work-Life Resources

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Location Profile

Davenport IA has been a key player in the aluminum industry for over 11 decades. Novelis employs more than 300 people in the Davenport community across two facilities: a finishing mill and a casting facility. Novelis is an active and engaged community partner in Davenport teaming up with organizations such as Toys for Tots and Hope at the BRICK House. Novelis is also a member of the Good Neighbor Project in Davenport.

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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