Graduate 2019 - Technology Development Anode Production, Årdal

Primary Metal Technology (PMT) is responsible for technology development related to primary production of aluminium. Hydro is world leader within aluminium production technology. Together with colleagues in the technology organization you will take part in developing carbon- and electrolysis technology and implement new technology at Hydro's smelters in Norway and abroad. At the technology center in Årdal, we have full-scale testing facilities as well as laboratories where we can bring ideas, theory and academic knowledge into technological solutions. Hydro is now working with implementation of Industry 4.0 solutions.

Area of Responsibility

The right candidate will build competence within carbon anode production in order to develop technology and optimize processes. Focus will be to strengthen the anode baking furnace competence area; participate in all stages from idea, development, testing, verification, implementation and follow-up. There will be a close cooperation with Hydro’s plants. The position requires both theoretical and practical skills.

• Development, optimization and implementation of new technological solutions into Primary Metal’s smelters in Norway and internationally
• ?Planning and execution of technology development projects
• Operational support to Hydro's operations worldwide
• Act as a link between technology and operation

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD degree within Process Technology, Chemical Engineering, Combustion Engineering or similar
• Interest and skills within new analytic tools
• Good academic results
• Good communication and cooperation skills
  
  Both experienced candidates as well as graduates are welcome to apply.
  
  We can offer:
• Exciting challenges, teamwork, influence, flexible and diverse working day
• Friendly, international work environment
• To work with top researchers and experts in the aluminium industry
• The right candidate will after some years have the possibility to develop into operational, technological or general management positions
• International opportunities

The Hydro Graduate Program

The Hydro Graduate Program is a structured onboarding program designed to equip you with the competencies needed to successfully thrive in the position. We see this as the first step towards your longer term career and future possibilities in Hydro. Some key elements of your structured onboarding during the initial 12 months are:

• Thorough introduction program and follow-up
• International onboarding sessions as well as local trainings and conferences
• Possibility for rotation, normally within your own plant/area
• Dedicated buddy/mentor throughout the program
• We offer competitive terms in a friendly and international work environment with interesting challenges, teamwork and room to influence throughout a flexible and diverse working day
  
  
  Application Deadline: November 1st 2018
  
  Join us. Make your talent count. Renew the future.

Contact

Discipline Manager Odd Einar Frosta
Phone: +47 976 72 030

People Resourcing team
Phone: +47 22 53 88 60

Only applications received through our online system will be considered, not via email.