Electrical Engineer

Primary Purpose and Responsibilities of Job:

The person in the Electrical Engineer position will be part of a Plant Engineering team that is responsible for maintenance of the facility and equipment including all manufacturing processes from wax injection thru rough dimensional finishing and NDI testing of finished parts. This group is responsible for the implementation of projects to upgrade existing equipment and systems, coordinates and supports plant rearrangements and assists in the selection, procurement and installation of new equipment to support changes in our manufacturing process. This group also supports the day-to-day operations by acting as a resource for skilled trades and contracted services.

Under the direction of an Engineering Manager, this position is responsible for effecting workable solutions to engineering and production problems and solving those 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.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet's value and policy statement and its accompanying principles.
• Comply with all department, facility, Corporate and Regulatory EH&S regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment.
• Report all job-related illness and injuries. (Per employee handbook).
• Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
• Attend all EH&S training.

Job Roles:

• Systems thinker--sees the business and its operation holistically; understands actions and reactions; considers multiple pathways of potential effect before decisions; thinks strategically about interventions with an eye toward scale
• Optimizer--constantly challenging the organization to work smarter; supports others to ensure they have what they need to do their work successfully
• Anticipation--looks ahead to minimize potential issues and maximize advantages; prepares others for what comes next
• Operational accelerator--drives continuous improvement; understands ramifications of automation and other advances; advocates for safety, ergonomics and scalable solutions
• Organization and structure--works within existing structures while striving to improve and standardize them; provides accurate information; galvanizes others toward common goals
• Influence--leverages knowledge, relationship, data and perspective to persuade, educate and navigate; gains buy in and adoption of ideas and practices at scale; interacts with a variety of stakeholders
• Data informed--focused on things that drive quantifiable business outcomes; evaluates based on quantitative feedback; knows and explains the "why" behind actions
• Prioritized reaction--handles the unexpected without losing sight of important objectives; reacts where greatest leverage points exist
• Relationship--connects individually and with teams across shifts and practices; builds rapport and commonality; creates a "win together" ethic; serves as liaison between shop floor and engineering; keeps the pulse of the floor; helps people feel heard

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing electrical engineering support for systems and equipment in assigned aera.
• Developing, recommending, and implementing migration paths for obsolete controls and components.
• Providing compliance oversight and directing planned maintenance activities for plant power distribution systems.
• Planning, scheduling, and coordinating equipment installations.
• Providing engineering and consultation services in terms of diagnosis and solutions to difficult operating and maintenance problems including performing root cause analysis with the goal of increasing OEE.
• Mentoring electrical technicians, maintenance supervisors, and craft personnel.
• Driving continuous improvements improvement activities to eliminate all waste, especially as it relates 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.
• Writing and/or approving engineering specifications, designs, estimates, schedules, spare parts lists, request for quotations, requisitions, work orders, etc.
• Developing, preparing, and executing on capital improvement projects. Monitoring and managing these capital projects' financial charges against the approved financial budget to avoid exceeding the authorized amount expected timeline. Preparing documentation, such as engineering and project status reports, as required. Carry these capital projects from their beginning through completion.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• Internship or experience working in manufacturing.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing and executing capital projects.
• Previous experience with combustion systems or furnace operation.
• A high degree of interpersonal skills to motivate and influence others, including those not under their direct supervision.
• PLC programming experience.
• HMI programming experience.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC, RS Logix & Studio 5000.
• Experience with Wonderware, IFIX & SCADA's.
• Knowledge of Electrical distribution systems for voltage below 600V.
• Proficient user of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience with industrial robots, Moto man or other.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E and NFPA 79.
• Able to troubleshoot Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems.
• Familiar with thermocouples, RTD's, Transmitters and Flowmeter.
• Knowledge of Frequency Drives

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers' success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.