Reliability 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.

Join a team that’s revolutionizing the way the world lives, builds, moves, and flies.

At the forefront of low-carbon technologies and world-changing innovations, we’re shaping the future of aluminum—and we want you to be part of it.

About the Role

We are seeking a Reliability Engineer to lead Reliability Excellence (REX) initiatives at our Massena Operations.

This role focuses on optimizing equipment performance and maintenance strategies to ensure long-term operational success.


* Lead continuous improvement efforts in equipment reliability and maintenance strategies.


* Conduct equipment criticality analysis and integrate findings into operational decisions.


* Analyze CMMS and OEE data to identify and mitigate recurring failures.


* Collaborate with Maintenance & Engineering teams to implement predictive and preventive maintenance programs.


* Apply advanced reliability tools to perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and recommend corrective actions.


* Facilitate Equipment Reliability Teams (ERT) and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) initiatives.


* Act as a bridge between technical teams and business leaders, translating data into actionable insights.


* Champion data integrity and standardization in CMMS systems.


* Track and communicate cost savings from failure avoidance strategies.


* Support capital project planning with reliability-focused business cases.


* Provide engineering support for plant systems including compressed air, gas utilities, and rail maintenance.

What You Bring


* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.


* Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.


* Proven analytical and problem-solving skills using data.


* Effective communicator with the ability to influence across teams.


* Collaborative mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications


* 3+ years of industry experience.


* Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification (or willingness to obtain within 24 months).


* Level I certification in PdM technologies (IR, UE, MCA) within 12 months.


* Strong digital literacy and familiarity with CMMS tools.


* Experience leading or participating in cross-functional teams.

What We Offer


* Competitive Pay: Performance-based bonuses and recognition.


* Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with up to 6% employer match and additional contributions.


* Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life, and accident insurance.


* Supportive Leave: Family care, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.


* Career Growth: Training, development, and advancement opportunities.

These benefits apply to ...