Manufacturing Engineer

Full-time - Mid Level

Dover, NJ

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Alloy Facility located in Dover, New Jersey. The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the design, construction, and installation of capital equipment with budgetary constraints. Provide engineering support for manufacturing and maintenance. Make continuous improvements on the manufacturing processes while also maintaining and upgrading the facility and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design, construct and install new capital equipment for manufacturing.
• Lead projects including defining scope, cost justification, developing project plans, managing implementation, and monitoring results.
• Provide engineering support for manufacturing areas to resolve technical problems related to manufacturing equipment.
• Investigate and recommend new manufacturing methods and equipment to reduce scrap and improve productivity.
• Improve the availability of equipment through data analysis and root cause problem solving.
• Prepare instructions outlining operating procedures for manufacturing & the maintenance departments.
• Maintain and upgrade building and equipment systems - including vacuum pump, cooling tower, combustion and material handling systems.
• Recommend preventative maintenance procedures and frequency.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering plus 3-year related experience.
• 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.
• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• General Knowledge of electrical codes and standards (ANSI, NEC).
• General Knowledge of mechanical drawings and AutoCAD.
• Working Knowledge in PLC Systems - Allen Bradley Studio 5000.

Benefits

• Paid vacation each year, based on length of service.
• 13 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, company may match a percentage of your pre-tax contributions.
• Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period.
• Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire.
• Employee Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Free fitness center membership.
• Shift premium.