Smelter Senior Electrical Engineer

Alcoa - Newburgh, IN

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Newburgh, IN

Primary Metal Manufacturing

About the position

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The individual selected for this role will provide electrical engineering services to safely meet Warrick Operations' business plan by supporting production, maintenance, and engineering. This position is critical in ensuring the efficiency, output, and quality of our processes, and will be responsible for the safe integration of electrical systems with manufacturing, as well as upgrades to existing equipment. The major responsibilities for this position will include providing process improvements to meet Warrick Operations' business plan, crafting and developing programs that support process improvements and new electrical systems, and coordinating all phases of assigned area electrical engineering projects. This includes concept development, scope definition, writing specifications, bid solicitations, design, manufacturing, equipment commissioning, and project closure. The selected candidate will also assist production and maintenance with equipment and process issues, functioning as a problem solver by applying theory and experience to develop process improvements and correctly identifying problems with sound recommendations for long-term improvements. Additionally, the role involves leading and participating in process improvements with multi-discipline technical staff, maintenance, and production, as well as mentoring employees to enhance their knowledge of equipment and processes. Our values—acting with integrity, operating with excellence, caring for people, and leading with courage—are at the foundation of everything we do, and we seek individuals who embody these principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering services to support production, maintenance, and engineering.
• Implement process improvements to meet Warrick Operations' business plan.
• Develop programs that support process improvements and new electrical systems.
• Coordinate all phases of assigned electrical engineering projects from concept to project closure.
• Assist production and maintenance with equipment and process issues.
• Function as a problem solver to develop process improvements and identify problems.
• Lead and participate in process improvements with multi-discipline technical staff.
• Mentor employees to increase their knowledge of equipment and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, AC/DC drives & motors, and low & medium power distribution.
• Experience in leading, managing, and completing electrical projects.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice-to-haves

• 5+ years proven experience in electrical engineering.
• Experience in Root Cause Problem Solving.
• Experience leading capital projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages including pay-for-performance variable pay and recognition programs.
• 401(k) with employer match up to 6% and additional employer retirement income contribution.
• Healthcare benefits including medical, Rx, dental, vision, flexible spending account, and health savings account.
• Work-life balance programs including flexible work scheduling and hybrid/remote working options.
• Paid time off including 15 vacation days, 10 holidays, 7 illness days, Care for Family leave, bereavement days, jury duty days, and military leave.