Kaiser Aluminum · 1 day ago
Operational Technology Engineer
Evansville, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelKaiser Aluminum is known for its superior quality and commitment to customer service. They are seeking an Operational Technology Engineer to ensure the reliability of critical manufacturing control systems and to partner with various teams on process improvement projects. The role involves managing process control systems and optimizing equipment to enhance safety, quality, and reliability in a 7x24 operating environment.
AerospaceAutomotiveIndustrialManufacturing
Hiring Manager
Peter Ortiz
Responsibilities
Control System, Human Machine Interface (HMI), and Data Collection / SCADA systems
Process improvement project design and execution
Industry 4.0 initiatives and projects
Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Plant Engineering, Corporate Engineering, IT, and Quality teams to improve process uptime and equipment reliability, through implementation of both new and existing process computer systems
Partner with Corporate Kaiser Aluminum teams ensuring consistency and enhancement of manufacturing network and domain
Position includes design, programming, testing, and maintaining systems using the following:
UNIX/LINUX Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows Operating System
Programming in C, VB.NET, FORTRAN
Citect HMI/SCADA software
Database Development (SQL and Microsoft Access)
Basic Network Communications
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science
Recent experience with application development, preferably in support of a manufacturing process control environment
Excellent problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to understand business needs and leverage technology to meet those needs
Strong & creative analytical aptitude with high attention to detail and accuracy
Participation in continuous improvement process improvement opportunities with measurable results that are impactful to the organization
Control System, Human Machine Interface (HMI), and Data Collection / SCADA systems
Process improvement project design and execution
Industry 4.0 initiatives and projects
Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Plant Engineering, Corporate Engineering, IT, and Quality teams to improve process uptime and equipment reliability, through implementation of both new and existing process computer systems
Partner with Corporate Kaiser Aluminum teams ensuring consistency and enhancement of manufacturing network and domain
Position includes design, programming, testing, and maintaining systems using the following: UNIX/LINUX Operating Systems, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Programming in C, VB.NET, FORTRAN, Citect HMI/SCADA software, Database Development (SQL and Microsoft Access), Basic Network Communications
Preferred
Unix, Linux, or other Open Systems administration experience
SCADA experience
Familiarity with database concepts, including SQL or similar relational database administration
Visual Basic, Visual Studio, .NET system experience, web development experience (JavaScript and PHP)
Desire to work in an industrial environment, working alongside members of the operations teams to understand issues and improve processes
Benefits
Industry leading compensation program.
401K options that begin vesting day 1.
First-rate vacation plan for valuable work-life balance.
Relocation assistance for new team members.
Employee resource groups.
Company
Kaiser Aluminum
Kaiser Aluminum is a leading producer of fabricated aluminum products for aerospace/high strength, general engineering, automotive.
Founded in 1946
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.07B2025-10-27Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2025-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $575M
2006-07-07IPO
Leadership Team
Keith Harvey
President and CEO
H
Hugh Barger
Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Recent News
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