Alcoa Inc

Smelter Electrical Engineer

Alcoa Inc$80K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
  • Experience with PLCs, HMIs, AC/DC drives, motors, and power distribution systems.
  • Experience managing or supporting electrical projects.
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship not available.
  • Approximately 2+ years of relevant engineering experience or strong internship/co-op experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead electrical engineering projects from concept through commissioning, including scope development and execution.
  • Partner with production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and implement sustainable solutions.
  • Design and implement process improvements to enhance safety, reliability, and operational performance.
  • Develop and support programs for new and existing electrical systems, including equipment and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Apply structured problem-solving techniques to resolve recurring issues.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor others to strengthen technical capability.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation packages with pay-for-performance variable pay and recognition programs.
  • 401(k) with employer match and additional retirement contribution without a vesting period.
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision, and generous employer contributions to FSAs and HSAs.
  • Flexible work scheduling options including hybrid/remote work environments.
  • Robust paid time off including vacation days, holidays, illness days, and family leave.
Full Job Description
About the role

In this role, you will serve as a key electrical engineering resource supporting production, maintenance, and engineering teams. You will be responsible for improving system reliability, leading electrical projects from concept through commissioning, and ensuring electrical systems are safely integrated into manufacturing processes. You will also partner cross-functionally to troubleshoot issues, implement long-term solutions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead electrical engineering projects from concept through commissioning, including scope development, design, procurement, and execution


  • Partner with production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and implement sustainable solutions


  • Design and implement process improvements to enhance safety, reliability, and operational performance


  • Develop and support programs for new and existing electrical systems, including upgrades to equipment and infrastructure


  • Apply structured problem-solving techniques, including root cause analysis, to resolve recurring issues


  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor others to strengthen technical capability within the plant


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution


  • Experience with PLCs, HMIs, AC/DC drives, motors, and power distribution systems


  • Experience managing or supporting electrical projects


  • Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Approximately 2+ years of relevant engineering experience or strong internship/co-op experience in a manufacturing environment


  • Experience with root cause problem solving methodologies


  • Experience leading capital or improvement projects


  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs


  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills


What's On Offer

  • Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for-performance variable pay, recognition and rewards programs.


  • 401(k), employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period)


  • Healthcare benefits: medical, Rx, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account (generous employer contribution), life and accident insurance


  • Work-life balance programs: flexible work scheduling, hybrid/remote working


  • Paid time off: 15 vacation days prorated in the 1st year based on hire date, 10 holidays including 1 flexible holiday of your choice, 7 illness days, Care for Family leave up to 40 days, up to 5 bereavement days, maximum of 30 jury duty days, and up to 10 days annual training for military leave


*This benefit information applies to US based applicants only. Alcoa reserves the right to change plans at its discretion.

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About the Location

Alcoa "Warrick" based in Newburgh, Indiana just outside of Evansville, IN has been present in the lives of many families in our community for over 60 years. We've grown and we've matured together. Now we are looking for our next generation of Alcoans to bring us into the future. You can be one of them! Join us and get ready to experience endless opportunities!

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Alcoa Warrick is one of the producers of aluminum sheet for the food and beverage industry.

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Learn more about Alcoa Inc
Size
12,200 employees
Market Cap
$7.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$170 million
Founded
1888
5 Year Trend
+5.5%
Revenue
$9.2 billion
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