# Mechanical Engineer – R&D

Hiring organization: [Alcoa](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/alcoa)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/c979656f-0737-4b59-aa23-4994de33b6b2

Listed on Alcoa's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Mid
- Location: New Kensington, PA

## Summary

Alcoa is looking for a mechanical engineer to design and develop equipment and processes at their research and development center near Pittsburgh, working on projects from concept through implementation. This role suits someone who enjoys hands-on technical problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and turning innovative ideas into practical engineering solutions in an industrial R&D setting.

_Our summary, not Alcoa's wording._

## Skills named

AutoCAD, SolidWorks

## Required

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 4–8 years of mechanical engineering experience
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
- Experience managing engineering projects from concept through implementation
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Self-motivated and results-oriented
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to learn
- Ability to travel up to 15%

## Nice to have

- Experience in manufacturing, industrial, R&D, or product development environments
- AutoCAD experience
- Capital project or project engineering experience
- Experience working with suppliers, fabricators, and contractors
- FE/PE certification or progression toward licensure

Apply on Alcoa's site: https://alcoa.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/job/United-States-PA-New-Kensington/Mechanical-Engineer---R-D_Req-38455