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About the role:

This role is accountable for providing technical assistance for the maintenance and operations of multiple high and low voltage areas and transmission systems. We're looking for someone who would be accountable for both new project development and existing technical operation of the high voltage areas and Power System equipment for the Massena Operations. The position will have lead responsibility for system testing, calibration, solving problems and providing technical, maintenance and operational direction to achieve initiatives, equipment modernization and department operational goals. Future career growth is available in this role.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide technical guidance for the maintenance and operations of the NERC registered Bulk Electric System (BES), Rectifier Station, plant high voltage systems and Long Sault / Alcoa Utilities (Water Systems).
• Play a key role in maintenance and training efforts to improve reliability of the operations of the Long Sault BES, potline power and location high voltage Power Systems equipment.
• Give the department technical directions for high voltage equipment maintenance requirements.
• Ensure the JSA/ESA (safety procedure) system is in place for all Rectifier and Power System equipment.
• Cross-train in outage coordination switching order creation and help serve as onsite backup to the Power System Controller and Power System Supervisor for vacations, etc.
• Provide safety expertise and leadership to entire plant around high and low voltage electrical systems.
• Coordinate technical and special safety initiatives as the need arises for high voltage maintenance.

What you can bring to this role:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering
• Preferred 5 years of electrical experience in an industrial or utility environment.
• Electrical and operational knowledge of a Rectifier Station and Power System.
• Outstanding technical, communication and organization skills to assist department employees in the implementation of the area's directives.
• Preferred experience with transformer oil testing and maintenance requirements, system protection and coordination, calibrations, testing and SCADA knowledge.
• 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.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for performance variable pay, recognition and rewards programs, and stock-based compensation awards (3-year vesting schedule)
• 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.
• 4 hours of Paid annual volunteer hours
• Alcoa has been chosen as one of America's Greatest Workplaces 2023 by Newsweek

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About the Location

Our Massena facility in New York State, established in 1902, is home to the longest continuously operating smelter in the world. Located on the St. Lawrence River, Massena, NY is the center for commercial, industrial, and manufacturing success in . Massena's caring sense of community, affordable cost of living, and extremely low-cost locally supplied energy, coupled with four public and private universities nearby, make a great place to call home. And within a two hour drive (or less) are cosmopolitan and historic Montreal and Ottawa, Canada to the north, and to the south are the tall, beautiful views of and within it is The Olympic Village.

We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress.Our commitments 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.

As a proud equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer, Alcoa is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of a person's gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, nation of origin, disability, veteran status, language spoken or any other characteristic or status protected by the laws or regulations in the places where we operate.

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