Engineer

Description:

Howmet Aerospace is seeking an Entry-Level Manufacturing Engineer to support its Continuous Improvement Organization at the Whitehall, MI site. Working under the direction of the Lead Continuous Improvement Engineer, this position involves “boots on the ground” support to plan, implement, and follow through on manufacturing improvement initiatives across business units and manufacturing plants. The engineer collaborates with Operations Supervisors, Area Leads, and Plant Managers to enhance on-time delivery, productivity, quality, cost, safety, and environmental performance.

Key responsibilities include conducting shopfloor observations, performing time studies, eliminating non-value-added activities, reducing scrap, creating step-by-step procedures for equipment operations, participating in Kaizen events, and driving waste reduction using Lean principles such as JIT, Autonomation, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Standard Work, Single Piece Flow, SMED, TPM, and Root Cause Problem Solving. The engineer also coordinates with internal departments, supports continuous improvement projects, and assists with implementation of solutions to increase efficiency and output.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited institution

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with high energy and initiative

• Willingness to spend time on the manufacturing shopfloor interacting with employees

• Team-oriented with a go-getting attitude

• Strong analytical and statistical problem-solving skills

• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

• Exceptional skills in Excel, including spreadsheets, macros, and data analysis

About the Organization:
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for aerospace and transportation industries. Their products include jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts, and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, Howmet’s innovations support fuel efficiency, lightweighting, and sustainability across global markets.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Howmet Aerospace is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring all employment practices are conducted without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.