Howmet Aerospace
Overview
Automation/Controls Engineer role at Howmet Aerospace Structures, located in Niles, Ohio. Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive salary, vacation, paid holidays, and comprehensive health benefits—including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision coverage—effective upon hire. The company provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a substantial employer match, Employee Life Insurance, and access to an Employee Assistance Program. Responsibilities
Perform PLC, ignition and other controls related changes to reduce downtime, improve efficiencies and reduce costs. Ensure that instruments and controls comply with internal and external health and safety regulations and requirements. Define the scope and schedule of improvement projects: capital, process and efficiency. Collaborate with plant personnel on problem solving activities, cost reduction initiatives and performance improvements of manufacturing equipment and processes. Support Maintenance and Production daily with equipment troubleshooting and process updates to meet production targets. Major Activities and Key Challenges
Identify, clearly communicate and resolve production and equipment issues as part of a team. Participate in long-range process and facilities planning, capital expenditure projects and cost savings programs. Provide support in decisions of corporate engineering direction and policy regarding engineering standards, equipment, and processes. Continue to learn electrical, controls and automation engineering; research state-of-the-art technology for the manufacturing floor. Visualize, estimate, propose, and implement advanced automation solutions to improve safety, reduce costs, and/or increase output. Plan, schedule, and coordinate equipment installations, upgrades and rebuilds. Write and/or approve engineering specifications, designs, estimates, schedules, spare parts lists, quotations, requisitions, and work orders. Collaborate with designers, electricians, mechanics, maintenance and production supervisors. Prepare RFAs, engineering reports, and project status reports. Qualifications
Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology (or similar) from an accredited institution Experience utilizing software programs for Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Industrial Robots, or similar control and automation products Working knowledge of AutoCAD Ability to read Electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematic drawings Solid understanding of and ability to read and create ladder logic for a control scheme 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. Preferred Qualifications: Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems including hydraulic, pneumatic, combustion, control systems and measurement feedback systems Working knowledge of Rockwell Automation control systems Experience programming ABB industrial robots Familiarity with Ignition and Wonderware SCADA platforms Familiarity with programming VB.Net, Python, Java, JavaScript, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Administration, and Network Management Device integration experience via serial, TCP/IP, OPC-UA and proprietary protocols Experience designing, developing, installing, cost controlling, and evaluating complex engineering projects About Us
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 support fuel efficiency and lightweighting. For more information, review the 2024 ESG report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Equal Opportunity Employer: Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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 legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com
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Automation/Controls Engineer role at Howmet Aerospace Structures, located in Niles, Ohio. Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive salary, vacation, paid holidays, and comprehensive health benefits—including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision coverage—effective upon hire. The company provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a substantial employer match, Employee Life Insurance, and access to an Employee Assistance Program. Responsibilities
Perform PLC, ignition and other controls related changes to reduce downtime, improve efficiencies and reduce costs. Ensure that instruments and controls comply with internal and external health and safety regulations and requirements. Define the scope and schedule of improvement projects: capital, process and efficiency. Collaborate with plant personnel on problem solving activities, cost reduction initiatives and performance improvements of manufacturing equipment and processes. Support Maintenance and Production daily with equipment troubleshooting and process updates to meet production targets. Major Activities and Key Challenges
Identify, clearly communicate and resolve production and equipment issues as part of a team. Participate in long-range process and facilities planning, capital expenditure projects and cost savings programs. Provide support in decisions of corporate engineering direction and policy regarding engineering standards, equipment, and processes. Continue to learn electrical, controls and automation engineering; research state-of-the-art technology for the manufacturing floor. Visualize, estimate, propose, and implement advanced automation solutions to improve safety, reduce costs, and/or increase output. Plan, schedule, and coordinate equipment installations, upgrades and rebuilds. Write and/or approve engineering specifications, designs, estimates, schedules, spare parts lists, quotations, requisitions, and work orders. Collaborate with designers, electricians, mechanics, maintenance and production supervisors. Prepare RFAs, engineering reports, and project status reports. Qualifications
Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology (or similar) from an accredited institution Experience utilizing software programs for Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Industrial Robots, or similar control and automation products Working knowledge of AutoCAD Ability to read Electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematic drawings Solid understanding of and ability to read and create ladder logic for a control scheme 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. Preferred Qualifications: Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems including hydraulic, pneumatic, combustion, control systems and measurement feedback systems Working knowledge of Rockwell Automation control systems Experience programming ABB industrial robots Familiarity with Ignition and Wonderware SCADA platforms Familiarity with programming VB.Net, Python, Java, JavaScript, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Administration, and Network Management Device integration experience via serial, TCP/IP, OPC-UA and proprietary protocols Experience designing, developing, installing, cost controlling, and evaluating complex engineering projects About Us
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 support fuel efficiency and lightweighting. For more information, review the 2024 ESG report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Equal Opportunity Employer: Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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 legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com
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