Basic Qualifications:

BS degree in Engineering from an accredited institution is required Must have previous internship or lab experience. 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:

BS Degree in Materials Science or Ceramic Engineering is preferred.   Two (2) years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, supporting process control and improvement is highly desired Experience in investment casting is preferred, specifically in the areas of slurry production and control, firing of ceramics. Knowledge of basic robotic programming. Knowledge of MS Office, Minitab, JMP, excellent written and oral communication skills. Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing and Howmet Process Management a plus.

Howmet Aerospace, Engines team seeks a Process Engineer, Monoshell Process Owner!  This position is located in Plant 5, Ti-Cast Operation, in Whitehall, Michigan and will support the manufacture of Titanium casting product through process control and improvement initiatives specific to the Monoshell® process.

Primary Responsibilities:

Candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the shell processes are performed in compliance with the methods, materials and equipment specifications as detailed in the BU manual, business operating procedures, and customer requirements. Foster continuous improvement utilizing Six Sigma methodology, Process Management, SPC to reduce variation and improve capability. Contribute to the development of corporate best practices for raw materials, manufacturing techniques, control metrics, analysis, and new equipment specifications. Responsible for determination of the root cause of any deviation from critical process specifications or downstream product specifications and providing technical support to resolve shell related issues. Work with facilities and finance departments to plan and execute projects, including capital improvements. Institute proper project monitoring, follow-up, and feedback system to ensure financial and contract targets are met (i.e. yields, rework) Educate operators about the process and proper procedures, including creating/revising work instructions and training materials.