Primary Purpose of Job

Under the direction of an Engineering Lead, this position is responsible for effecting workable solutions to engineering and production problems and solving those problems rapidly and with minimum operational interference. The incumbent communicates continually with all levels of personnel in the Maintenance, Planning, Production, Purchasing, Human Resources, Finance, and EHS Departments, as well as with Technical Supervisors and other Engineering & Design Department personnel. Externally, they communicate with contractors, vendors, and suppliers.

Accountability Objectives

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintenance & Production Support:

• Improving the overall safety of the plant’s equipment and processes.

• Providing technical support for the maintenance of complex diagnostic procedures, training programs, preventative maintenance programs, and equipment breakdowns.

• Performing root cause analysis with the goal to eliminate maintenance downtime.

• Planning, scheduling, and coordinating equipment installations.

• Providing engineering and consultation services in terms of diagnosis and solutions of difficult operating and maintenance problems.

• Training less experienced engineers, maintenance supervisors, and craft personnel.

• Project Management:

• Providing specialized technical expertise in the application and use of new technologies for plant facilities and processes.

• Participating in development of long range process and facilities planning, capital expenditure, and cost savings programs.

• Driving continuous improvement activities to eliminate all waste, especially as related to equipment downtime, safety, work practices, and employee involvement.

• Performing and/or directing the design, development, installation, cost control, and evaluation of complex engineering projects.

• Initiating new projects and carrying them through to completion.

• Writing and/or approving engineering specifications, designs, estimates, schedules, spare parts lists, quotations, requisitions, work orders, etc.

• Preparing capital requests for funding, engineering reports, and project status reports.

• Working closely with other departments in Cleveland Operations and outside vendors to plan work activities.

• Engineering & Innovation:

• Providing engineering innovations intended to increase reliability and availability of the plant facilities.

• Providing support on corporate engineering direction and policy decisions regarding engineering standards, equipment, and processes.

• Continuing to learn the craft of project management, engineering, and processes (project and reliability engineering) within their respectively assigned area of responsibility.

• Observing operating areas to maintain knowledge of current conditions.

• Performing other duties as assigned.

  Basic Qualifications

  For this position to be successful, the incumbent should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in the Electrical Engineering field from an accredited institution.

• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

  Preferred Qualifications

  For this position to be successful, preference is given to candidates with:

• The ability to effectively communicate (verbally and written) and delegate while maintaining forward motion on key deliverables.

• A high degree of interpersonal skills to motivate and influence others, including those not under their direct supervision.

• Demonstrated ability of problem solving, systems thinking, project managements, and team building.

  Working Conditions

  This position involves moderate exposure to risk of accident and requires following basic safety precautions. Work is normally performed in a shared work environment divided between the shop floor and an interior office space. While not regularly exposed to hazardous materials, this position requires wearing full PPE to protect from mobile equipment and hot materials when on the shop floor.

  This position requires moderate physical activity, such as walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time, as well as engaging is all motions necessary to perform equipment inspections, project installs, and maintenance troubleshooting.

  This position also requires a willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule and travel (typically 10% or less) both domestically and internationally, as requested.

  About Howmet Aerospace

  Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s sales for 2022 approximated $5.7 billion. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With nearly 1,150 granted and pending patents, the Company’s differentiated technologies promote more fuel efficiency for aircraft and commercial transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com, including content shared during the Company’s May 2022 Technology Day.

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  Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

  If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com