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Electrical and Control Systems Engineer in Alcoa, TN at Arconic

Date Posted: 3/28/2024

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Job Description

Arconic has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical and Control Systems Engineer to work with Arconic’s Rolled Products and Extrusions Manufacturing Technology and Engineering (MTE) – Automation and Smart Manufacturing Team. The Electrical and Control Systems Engineer will provide expert consulting service, advice, and on-site support for Arconic’s GRPE MTE in the areas of equipment reliability and process improvement. 

The MTE group is responsible for equipment reliability improvement, process improvement, equipment troubleshooting and upgrade support, automation and smart manufacturing, standard practice implementation, and major capital projects. This is a key role in the Manufacturing Technology and Engineering organization within the Rolled Products and Extrusions businesses of Arconic Inc.  This business group has several domestic and international locations, with various manufacturing facilities the Electrical and Systems Control Engineer will support. The incumbent will be required to act with a high degree of autonomy in the performance of assignments. The home of the group and the ideal location for the incumbent is based 20 miles outside of Knoxville, TN, but the internal applicants may also choose to be based in Lancaster, PA or Davenport, IA. 

At Arconic, we are looking for people who share our values of integrity, inclusion, and diversity, and who demonstrate agility, results commitment, and the capability to grow themselves and others. In return, we offer the opportunity to Grow Together with ongoing opportunities for professional growth provided by a constantly changing environment, working alongside employees who value the people they work with just as much as the work they do.  

Primary Responsibilities: 

  • The incumbent will report into the Automation and Smart Manufacturing Manager for the MTE which is responsible for the deployment of Process Control, Automation and Smart Manufacturing solutions, including the electrical aspects of equipment, control systems, process support, and capital projects globally. 
  • Responsibility for the deployment and enhancement of process control systems as well as optimization of process equipment for improving quality and capacity. 

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for equipment design, process control systems (PCS), and operations related to manufacturing processes associated with sheet and plate processing and extrusion technology;
  • Optimization of process equipment for improving quality and capacity, and deployment and enhancement of process control systems;
  • Be a self-starter with ability to determine priorities based upon specific business needs of our various businesses;
  • Able to work well with a broad group of cultures and cross functional teams;
  • Strong leadership for both completion of development projects and successful implementation in our production facilities;
  • Solve difficult equipment and process problems for all Arconic’s Rolled Products and Extrusions locations;
  • The position requires travel, 25-50% of the time. Some of the travel may be international with the majority being in North America.
  • The position may require relocation; this will be determined on a case-by case basis.   This position could be located in Knoxville, TN; Davenport, IA; or Lancaster, PA
Basic Qualifications 
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
  • 5 years of Electrical Engineering or Automation systems experience in process control systems and controls theory / fundamentals.
  • 5 years of experience in application of process control and automation in industrial processes.
  • Experience of working on capital projects: project management, engineering, installation and commissioning
  • Experience specifying and/or programming / applying PLC’s, HMI’s, SCADA systems and drives;
  • 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. 
Preferred Qualifications 
  • MSEE with focus on control systems
  • 10 years’ experience in aluminum or steel industry, or similar with experience of working on rolling processes in an engineering position
  • Ability to work in Linux operating systems 
  • C-programming language experience
Arconic Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. We are proud that 77% of our employees are happy working for Arconic and would recommend it as a great place to work and that 80% of our employees would recommend their managers to others. 
We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders. 
At Arconic, we: 
Act With Integrity. 
We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability. 
Safeguard our Future. 
We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment. 
Grow Stronger Together. 
We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity. 
Earn Customer Loyalty. 
We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service. 
Drive Operational Excellence. 
We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration. 
Create Value. 
We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders. 

This position is subject to Export Control Law
This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Arconic is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.