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.

This is your opportunity to help shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies. Become a valued part of the team that’s shaping the future of aluminium, revolutionising the way the world lives, builds, moves and flies. Be part of it and shape your world.

About the Role

Are you a forward-thinking problem solver with a passion for technology innovation and seeking to add value? We’re looking for a dynamic Senior Robotics and Automation Engineer to drive change, take on challenging operational issues and turn them into cutting-edge automation solutions.

Reporting to the Global Robotics and Automation Manager, in this role you will support Alcoa’s global mining, refining and smelting operations and work closely with various teams to design, develop and implement sustainable solutions. You will be key to accelerating the development of automation initiatives prioritised by the business to create value and will establish a framework to identify, develop and trial automation solutions applicable across multiple locations.

Engaging with all workforce levels to identify automation / robotics opportunities to increase safety and maximise productivity across our operations.

Collaborating with external third-party vendors and internal resources to design and implement proof of concepts to validate the benefits of the identified solutions.

Supporting Operations through FEL process to progress the business case and acquire full funding for solution build.

Facilitating collaboration between Operations, ITAS, the Continuous Improvement team and the relevant customer group to ensure efficient, cost-effective solutions are delivered in a timely manner.

Building networks externally to generate innovation opportunities associated to existing and upcoming business priorities, including development of partnerships with industry leaders.

What’s on offer

Career development opportunities to pursue your passion.

An attractive remuneration package that recognises the skills and experience you bring to the team.

A yearly performance bonus (variable) to reward your contributions.

Enjoy a monthly Leisure Day to do more of the things you love.

16 weeks paid primary parental leave and 3 weeks for secondary carer.

Make a difference in our local communities with paid employee volunteering hours.

Social and diversity focused engagement opportunities.

What you can bring to the role

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics engineering, automation engineering or related field.

An innovative and enthusiastic work ethic with a passion for technology and robotic automation.

An ability to understand shop floor technical challenges and formulate an end-to-end automation solution supported by effective change management. 

A customer and solution-centric mindset with the ability to work with cross-functional and virtual teams globally.

Collaborative approach to work, with the potential to understand shop floor technical challenges and formulate an end-to-end solution furthering Alcoa in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Previous experience working in multinational companies, having preferably already led the complexity associated with driving digital and automation transformation from developing a strategy to launching innovative ideas with deployment milestones.

Flexibility to travel weekly across Alcoa's WA sites and attend meetings that may be outside of normal business hours to connect with global teams in other regions.

Additional information

Please note that applications close midday Australian Western Standard Time of the posting end date.

Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered.

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About the Location

Recognized as an industry pioneer, Alcoa has established itself as an international company with operations across six continents. Alcoa's Australian portfolio includes: two bauxite mines in Western Australia, three alumina refineries at Kwinana, Pinjarra and Wagerup and one aluminium smelter in Portland VIC and two corporate office facilities in Bindjareb and Booragoon. Wherever you choose to join us, you'll be joining a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation.

We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress.  Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.    

This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!  

Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.