Power Systems Operator

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At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress.

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About the Role:

We are seeking a Power Systems Operator to join our team at Alcoa in Massena, NY.

In the dynamic role, this individual will be responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the APGI Long Sault 115kV Transmission System for the Alcoa Massena West Plant, and contracted Arconic high‑voltage assets.

This role oversees operations and maintenance for the Rectifier Station, high‑voltage substations, and potable/process water systems.

The position also administers the High Voltage Safety (Markup) Process, manages metering verification, market nominations, billing activities, and supports FERC regulatory filings.


* Provide real‑time operations, alarm response, and control for the BES Control Room, Rectifier Station, high‑voltage systems, and water systems.


* Serve as principal controller, ensuring safe, compliant operation of all plants and contracted power system equipment.


* Support efforts to enhance reliability and performance of potline and plant power systems.


* Must be available on a 24-hour 7-day per week basis to respond to system outages and support recovery. 


* Maintain open line of communication with his/her counterparts within organization and enhance these practices to foster better collaboration between hourly and salaried teams.


* Act as backup to the Power System Supervisor for vacations, training, sick leave etc.


* Lead plant‑wide high‑voltage safety practices and coordinate maintenance‑related safety initiatives.


* Maintain and periodically review NERC TO and TOP standards relevant to APGI.


* Support evidence collection and documentation for compliance activities.

Review and update TO/TOP procedures, collect compliance evidence, and update working papers.


* Verify power metering accuracy with NYPA through monthly reconciliation.


* Manage daily and weekly NYISO nominations/bids for DER program participation.


* Maintain monthly and annual power metering data and billing files.


* Assist with power billing, forecasting, and settlements.

Update OATT cost ratios, smelting forecasts, metering files, and billing estimates.


* Prepare and submit FERC‑related data and reports.

Key Challenges


* Maintain 99% reliability across all power system operations.


* Serve as primary contact for NYPA metering confirmations and energy usage nominations.


* Ensure accuracy in power forecasting, billing estimates, and revenue calculations.


* Provide accurate reduction bids for third‑party market participation.


* Train and support on‑call personnel to meet corporate reliability standards.

Working Conditions:


* Onsite within an industrial manufacturing environment.


* Frequent collaboration with ...