Internship – Smelter Mechanical Engineer
About The Position
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. The Smelter Mechanical Engineering Intern will support mechanical improvement initiatives across the smelting operation. This role provides hands‑on experience with industrial mechanical systems, including process equipment, pneumatics, and hydraulics. The intern will work alongside engineers and maintenance teams to enhance equipment performance, reliability, and safety while gaining exposure to real‑world engineering applications in a heavy industrial environment.
Requirements
- Enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering degree program.
- Interest in industrial mechanical systems and real‑world engineering applications.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
- Ability to work safely in a heavy industrial environment.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Attention to detail in documentation, field observations, and equipment evaluations.
- Willingness to learn, take initiative, and engage in hands‑on mechanical work.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to mechanical system design, hydraulics, pneumatics, or industrial equipment reliability through coursework or projects.
- Familiarity with engineering drawings, schematics, or technical documentation.
Responsibilities
- Assist with multiple small‑scale mechanical projects, including improvements to process equipment and production systems.
- Support troubleshooting, assessments, and documentation related to pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
- Conduct field observations, collect technical data, and support equipment enhancement activities.
- Collaborate with engineers, maintenance personnel, and operations teams to implement mechanical improvements.
- Participate in planning, coordination, and execution of assigned engineering tasks.
- Follow all site environmental policies and regulatory requirements.
- Support mechanical projects that contribute to reduced environmental impact, improved equipment efficiency, or more sustainable operations.
- Maintain environmentally responsible work habits in all field and shop activities.
- Comply with all smelter safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
- Participate in equipment safety assessments, particularly involving mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Demonstrate safe work practices during field tasks, equipment evaluations, and project execution.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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