engineering
Posted 2 weeks agoGlobal Principal Mechanical Engineer
at Alcoa
Rotterdam, NetherlandsOn-site
Responsibilities
- Drive the development, governance, and continuous improvement of global mechanical engineering standards, systems, and processes.
- Ensure consistent application of best-practice mechanical engineering aligned with Asset Management objectives.
- Develop and govern global mechanical engineering standards aligned with OSHA, ASME, ISO, CSA, Australian and regional regulations.
- Establish inspection, maintenance, modernization, and asset integrity policies.
- Define KPIs and audit frameworks to ensure compliance and performance across sites.
- Develop and maintain a global 5‑year Mechanical Equipment Development Roadmap aligned with business and Asset Management strategy.
- Lead preferred and approved equipment standardization across regions.
- Support Capex and Opex projects to ensure technical excellence and alignment with global standards.
- Develop training content for mechanical engineering systems, standards, and processes.
- Collaborate with global and regional leaders to align mechanical strategies with business priorities. Qualifications &
Requirements
- Experience: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering Significant relevant
- experience in mechanical engineering Demonstrated engineering leadership or management roles
- Experience in mining, refining, and/or smelting industries Willingness to travel internationally to Alcoa sites Key Skills & Attributes: Influential, collegial leader with strong management capability Strategic thinker with the ability to translate strategy into practical execution Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills Detail‑oriented and systematic, with high personal energy Ability to collaborate effectively across cultures, functions, and seniority levels What’s on offer: This is
- This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging.
Benefits
- As a leader within Alcoa, you can help fulfill our purpose and realize our vision to build a legacy of excellence for future generations.