Job Description

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.

This position is accountable to perform needed work under the supervision and direction of more experienced engineers and/or supervisors and to learn about processes, technologies, safety, economics, statistics, and other areas. Primary emphasis is on implementation of assigned tasks in areas defined by others that will introduce the individual to multiple workgroups and process equipment.

Major deliverables:

• Complete tasks in a timely and safe manner that will be assigned by a senior maintenance, capital, or process engineer.
• Complete all safety training for the respective areas of the facility.
• Gain knowledge and experience in plant processes and engineering procedures.
• Demonstrate initiative and interest in assigned area.
• Establish good working relationship with peers, associates, and others at all levels.
• Perform data collection of equipment and processes that will aid in the completion of current projects or engineering technical records.
• Begin understanding and using statistical tools.
• Begin developing technical skills in subject area.
• Complete written communications via email, reports, or presentations.

• Candidates must be eligible for work within the United States of America. This job will not include sponsorship for employment visas (H1-B, etc.)

Qualifications

This position requires knowledge of fundamentals in mechanical engineering. A minimum completion of two years in a of Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Technology Degree. This individual must have good computer skills (Excel, Word, Power Point), be self-starting, diligent, and be proficient at written and verbal communication. Individual must have the ability to work in an industrial plant environment.

Base salary for US candidates: $56,100- 70,500

*Actual salaries will vary and will be based on a range of factors, such as candidate qualifications, skills and competencies. The base salary is only one key component of our total rewards for employees.

Total rewards packages listed, including base salary and bonus eligibility, applies to US based applicants only. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on a range of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies in conjunction with multiple components of the Employee Total Rewards Package. Alcoa reserves the right to change plans at its discretion.

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 St. Lawrence County. 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 Massena 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 Adirondacks and within it is Lake Placid 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.  

If you have visited our website in search of information on U.S. employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Alcoa Recruiting via email at gssrecruiting@alcoa.com.  

This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!  

Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better. 

Application close date is: 27 February 2026, however Alcoa reserves the right to change this date at its discretion.

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