Alcoa · 11 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer
New Kensington, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expAlcoa is a company focused on reinventing the aluminum industry and fostering a better workplace. The Mechanical Engineer will support new technology development at the Alcoa Technical Center, focusing on industrial equipment design and problem-solving in a fast-paced R&D environment.
AutomotiveInnovation ManagementManufacturing
Hiring Manager
Taniffa L.
Responsibilities
Providing day-to-day technical advice, creating designs with designers and technicians and interact with other specialists and scientists in a collaborative environment to reach program goals
Initiating and/or implementing improvement projects including engineering solutions to improve designs, improve operability and safety and reduce cost of components and complexity
Managing capital and expense project requests, schedules, costs, etc
Able to interact with fabricators and suppliers to ensure products delivered are what is expected for the application
Ensuring compliance with project work with appropriate engineering and industry standards
Identifying and implementing new insights while gaining team consensus
Able to shift focus and solve problems under pressure
Craft, maintain, and update drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university
3–5 years of experience working in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred
On track to become a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or currently licensed
Demonstrated ability to manage new and ongoing engineering projects effectively
Excellent digital literacy with the ability to quickly learn new software and systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications required
Demonstrates a strong results‑oriented focus, consistently driving tasks and projects to successful and timely completion
Proven ability to adapt and be resourceful in the face of challenges
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Ability to travel up to 15%
Benefits
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
Paid time off: 15 vacation days prorated in the 1st year based on hire date, 12 paid holidays, Care for Family leave and up to 5 bereavement days.
Company
Alcoa
Alcoa is a global industry leader in bauxite, alumina and aluminum products.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.01BKey Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-03-03Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2022-04-04Grant· $7.7M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
William Oplinger
President and Chief Executive Officer
Matthew Reed
Executive Vice President & Chief Operations Officer
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