Power Engineer

Shape Your World

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.

As a Power Engineer at Warrick Operations, you will provide electrical engineering expertise to support safe, reliable, and efficient power generation and distribution. This role is critical to maintaining and improving the performance of electrical systems that support manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure electrical systems are optimized for safety, reliability, and efficiency.

• Provide engineering support for power generation and distribution systems to meet operational goals.
• Lead and manage electrical projects from concept through commissioning and closure.
• Develop and implement programs to improve electrical system performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues in coordination with maintenance and production teams.
• Apply root cause analysis and engineering principles to identify and implement long-term solutions.
• Mentor and support technical staff to enhance knowledge of electrical systems and processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on process improvement initiatives.

• Primarily on-site at an industrial power generation facility.
• Exposure to high-voltage equipment, rotating machinery, and industrial environments.
• Requires use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety protocols.
• May involve occasional off-hours support during outages or emergencies.

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to power generation and electrical systems.
• Support initiatives to reduce energy consumption and improve system efficiency.
• Participate in environmental audits and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Promote and uphold a strong safety culture in all engineering activities.
• Ensure all electrical systems and projects comply with safety standards and codes.
• Participate in safety reviews, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Provide technical input to improve electrical safety practices and training.

Our values - act with integrity, operate with excellence, care for people, lead with courage - are at the foundation of everything we do. To be successful in this role and to play a part in our ongoing success we desire the following background:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• Experience with power distribution systems, including low and medium voltage.
• Proficiency with PLCs, HMIs, AC/DC drives, and motor control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and complete electrical engineering projects.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• 5+ years of experience in power generation or heavy industrial electrical engineering.
• Experience with root cause problem solving and reliability engineering.
• Proven success leading capital projects in an industrial setting.
• Familiarity with Warrick Operations or similar industrial environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and engineering software tools.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Effective project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and departments.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and continuous improvement.

• Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for-performance variable pay as well as recognition and rewards programs
• Flexible spending accounts and generous employer contribution to the HSA
• 401(k), employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period), and a nonqualified deferred compensation plan
• Holiday Pay: 10 holidays and one flexible holiday of your choice.
• Alcoa has been chosen as one of America s Greatest Workplaces 2023 by Newsweek

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!

We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitment s to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

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