Project Engineer (Automation)

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world’s most pressing issues – and we hope you’ll join us in solving the next century’s. Whether you’re working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standard profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.

About the job and your team

Aligned with the strategy of Hydro Extrusions, we established our Automation Task Force Team with an ambition to improve the level of automation of our production sites. As a Project Engineer, you will be a member of a diverse, international group having the possibility to introduce industrial robots, cobots, AGV & AMR concepts, and many new innovative solutions cooperating with our production plants all over Europe.

You will work on

• Improving existing value streams and implementing these into our factories in a new automated and robotized environment.
• Analyzing new and ongoing projects of different locations to create standards.
• Designing new, reliable, and tailor-made processes.
• Preparing the technical documentation for internal solutions.
• Acquisition of input data, as well as owning the technological solutions (products).
• Completing assigned tasks in accordance with occupational health and safety and applicable regulations.

Your qualifications and skills

• BSc or MSc degree preferably as an Electrical or Mechatronics Engineer.
• Experience in mechanical design and engineering/electrical engineering.
• Fluency in English both spoken and written.
• Proficiency in ACAD software and other engineering 3D designing tools.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes like machining, moulding, welding, and additive manufacturing.
• Experience in working with various mechanical documentation within an industrial environment.
• Manual experience to assemble designed prototypes.
• Good ability to cooperate with other team members during the preparation and implementation of projects.
• Creativity, attention to detail, and an action-oriented approach.
• Strong communication skills to influence and manage relationships with different teams.
• Strict adherence to professional secrecy.

You would also ideally have

• Experience with product development and project management.
• Experience in a similar position preferably in the automotive field.
• Driving license (category ‘B’).
• Knowledge of any other foreign languages is a plus.

What we offer you

• Providing the freedom to think outside the box, create new concepts, and implement your solutions.
• Work with the newest technologies of the industry.
• Gain a good overview of the locations of Hydro Extrusions.
• Access to a rich database of Hydro learning trainings and courses.
• External trainings on the missing skills if necessary.
• Work in a team of experienced professionals.

This role requires a high willingness to travel to different locations of Hydro Extrusions and can be filled in any of the legal entities marked in the advertisement.

Hydro values diverse skills and perspectives among employees. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

Diversity improves our ability to act in accordance with The Hydro Way.
Therefore, all applications will be considered with equal suitability.

Please apply online in ONE with your CV and optionally a cover letter until 11/03/2025.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Peter Odrobina

A job where you make a difference.
A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion, and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology, you’ll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions.

Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage, and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter.

Click here if you would like to read more about Hydro and our operations.

Posted on: 13 Feb 2025

Location:

Székesfehérvár, HU, 8000 Hoogezand, NL, 9601 LX Tønder, DK, 6270 Harderwijk, NL, 3846 BB Ghlin, BE, 7011 Göteborg, SE, 41263 CHATEAUROUX, FR, 36008 Offenburg, DE, 77656 Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, GB, DH3 2AH Finspång, SE, 61281 Nenzing, AT, 6710 Feltre, IT, Toulouse, FR, 31037 Lodz, PL, 93-428 Avintes, PT, 4415-272 Krakow, PL, 32-500 Cheltenham, GB, GL51 9DT Pamplona, Navarra, ES, 31860 La Selva del Camp, T, ES, 43470 Luedenscheid, DE, 58511 Magnor, Hedmark, NO, 2240 LUCE CEDEX, FR, 28112 Tibshelf, GB, DE55 5NH Drunen, NL, 5151 RW Raeren, BE, 4730 Trzcianka, PL, 64-890 Vetlanda, SE, 57481 Achim-Uphusen, DE, 28832 Ornago, IT, Ziar nad Hronom, Banská Bystrica, SK, 96501 Lichtervelde, BE, 8810 FR, 83480 Barcelona, ES, 8430 Rackwitz, DE, 04519.

Department: Fabrication

Business Area: Hydro Extrusions (EXSO)

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