Joining Engineer Co-op

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Review current joining methods and practices for proposed aluminum material combinations.
• Plan, develop, and optimize aluminum alloy joining processes.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and operate joining and materials-characterization equipment.
• Prepare specimens and perform metallography, mechanical testing, and other characterization.
• Analyze experimental data using engineering and statistical methods.
• Maintain test records and comply with laboratory safety and operating procedures.
• Document findings through written reports and technical presentations.
• Collaborate on product qualification and development with technical team members.

Minimum qualifications

• Current enrollment in an accredited four-year university in a relevant engineering field.
• Hands-on laboratory or project experience in metal joining, materials processing, or materials characterization.
• Experience with metallography and mechanical testing.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a laboratory and team environment.
• Availability for approximately six months during summer-fall 2027.

Preferred qualifications

• Graduate student pursuing a relevant engineering master's degree or PhD.
• Experience with laser welding, resistance spot welding, self-pierce riveting, or related joining processes.
• Experience with electron microscopy or other advanced materials-characterization techniques.
• Experience with design of experiments, statistical data analysis, or process optimization.
• Experience with engineering modeling, simulation, or data-driven methods.
• Knowledge of aluminum alloys, automotive sheet products, or joining metallurgy.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and communicate progress with limited supervision.
• Technical communication demonstrated through presentations, publications, project reports, or similar work.

Workplace

• The role is based at the Novelis Global Research and Technology Center in Kennesaw, Georgia.
• Laboratory experiments and equipment operation are core duties.

Benefits

• Eligible positions may receive a combined housing and relocation stipend for out-of-state interns or interns outside an extended radius.
• Competitive pay is offered.