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Novelis · 23 hours ago

Project Engineer

Novelis is a leading company in aluminum production, and they are seeking a Project Engineer to support and lead the execution of projects from planning to handover. The role involves managing large capital projects, ensuring they are completed within schedule and budget, while also addressing operational needs and compliance with regulations.

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Responsibilities

Understand the operational needs, project drivers, appropriate building codes/regulations and the relationship between the process and the facilities
Assist the project manager/superintendent in creating milestone, preliminary or detailed schedules in MS Project and distributing the project schedule
Create, manage and track RFI’s from the field to the architect/engineer of record; originate new or modify existing historical specifications for the RFI or RFQ process
Generate rough order of magnitude to funding level estimates during the planning phases
Determine cost estimates, monitoring costs and monthly subcontractor billings and pay applications
Determine impact of process parameter on equipment design. Evaluate and consider equipment (design) impact on product quality
Lead or support in the determination of equipment and facilities required for each project, starting with the Concept Phase
Review plans and other technical documents, manage all project and site safety documentation, records and coordination
Continually communicate and document progress, scope and timing of projects with all team members at all levels in a clear, timely and concise fashion via weekly meetings, discussions or as necessary
Assist with appropriate state, local and building permits for the project, conflict resolution between Novelis, contractor and subcontractor, and closing out pf the project
Coordinate project change-order management, creation and negotiation
Turn in submittals from subcontractors to CM/EOR for approval

Qualification

Engineering DegreeProject ManagementCost EstimationConstruction BackgroundPeople ManagementSystems AnalysisSecond LanguageProblem SolvingCritical ThinkingCommunication SkillsDecision MakingNegotiationEmotional Intelligence

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
Deep knowledge of project management, technical aspects of installations and process
Problem solving, critical thinking, ability to communicate

Preferred

Master's Degree or equivalent
Second language in Portuguese, Korean, Chinese or German is advantageous
Construction background
People Management, Decision Making, Negotiation, Systems Analysis, Emotional Intelligence

Benefits

Core benefits coverage (medical, dental and vision) for you and your family premiums starting as low as $75/ month for the employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children
HSA contributions
Competitive Paid vacation and personal time off
Novelis contributes up to 9.5% of your pay into a 401(k) for your Retirement savings
8 weeks of paid time off for new parents
6-months of short-term disability at 100% pay
Finally, the Novelis holistic Well-Being benefits include programs to support weight loss and management, fitness challenges, 24/7 mental health support, tobacco and substance use cessation programs, lifestyle discounts, and more.

Company

Novelis is the leading producer of flat-rolled aluminum products and the world’s largest recycler of aluminum.

H1B Sponsorship

Novelis has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (35)
2024 (30)
2023 (16)
2022 (40)
2021 (14)
2020 (15)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$2.31B
Key Investors
Department for Energy Security & Net Zero
2025-12-23Debt Financing· $800M
2025-08-11Debt Financing· $750M
2025-01-08Debt Financing· $750M

Leadership Team

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Steve Fisher
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Greg Schlicht
Senior Vice President, Global Beverage Packaging
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