Power Systems Manager

Alcoa • US MSA Massena, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides leadership and direction to ensure the safe and efficient utilization of all assets related to power management at the Massena based operations and related Alcoa entities. Tactically, this position advises the Power Systems team to ensure safety and reliability of the power distribution network. Strategically, this position is accountable to drive energy reduction, improvements in energy efficiency and overall energy cost improvement for the facilities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with high-voltage transmission and distribution systems, as well as rectifier operations.
• Knowledge of NERC BES regulatory compliance requirements for Transmission Owners and Transmission Operators.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe operation of the Rectifier Station and plant high-voltage systems while maintaining and improving reliability.
• Ensure a high level of reliability for stakeholders, including the Potrooms, Casthouse, Electrode departments, and external customers.
• Develop annual operating plans and departmental budgets of approximately $5 million to $6 million.
• Lead associated capital projects, as well as departmental repair and maintenance (R&M) cost control.
• Lead energy compliance efforts, regulatory communications, and adherence to NERC and FERC compliance and standards responsibilities.
• Provide training and development for hourly and salaried plant personnel.
• Maintain NYPA contract development, communications, and operational alignment.
• Apply knowledge of OSHA and related safety regulations (1910.269), including electrical safety requirements for high- and low-voltage systems and arc flash hazard standards.
• Provide electrical safety and high-voltage expertise (Alcoa high-voltage standard 32.60 designee).
• Manage, direct, mentor, lead, train, and empower teams to achieve goals and objectives in a timely and safe manner while continuously improving effectiveness and efficiency.
• Maintain oversight of the energy management strategy.
• Maintain oversight of Massena intake and plant processed and potable water systems.
• Maintain oversight of plant-wide arc flash studies.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for-performance variable pay and recognition programs
• 401(k) with employer match up to 6%, plus additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period)
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, FSA and HSA (with generous employer contribution), life and accident insurance
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, illness days, Care for Family leave, bereavement, jury duty, and military training leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager