Automation Tech

Howmet Aerospace • Wichita Falls, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Aerospace is seeking an Automation Technician for its Howmet Casting plant in Wichita Falls, Texas. The role installs, programs, and repairs robots and related automated equipment, including programmable controllers, robot controllers, end-of-arm tools, conveyors, and parts orienters. The technician uses hand and power tools and testing instruments, and follows manuals, schematic diagrams, and blueprints. The position requires working an off shift.

The technician reviews technical materials to determine work to be performed; applies knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanical equipment, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming for controllers and robots; documents automation processes throughout their life cycle; and participates in automation-related quality audits.

The work may involve hot areas of the plant and moderate physical effort, including lifting up to 35 pounds, bending, standing, sitting, handling, and reaching. The role requires passing a Jaeger I eye exam and wearing safety glasses, ear plugs, and metatarsal guard shoes. The work environment includes an air-conditioned area as well as time in hot plant areas, with slight exposure to chemicals, fumes, oil, dust, noise, and heat or cold. The position is subject to ITAR and requires U.S. person status.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• At least 3 years of experience with related job functions.
• U.S. person status as defined by ITAR: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee; ability to lawfully obtain access to export-controlled items.
• Ability to work an off shift.
• Ability to pass a Jaeger I eye exam.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and perform physical tasks such as bending, standing, sitting, handling, and reaching.
• Ability to work in hot areas and wear required safety glasses, ear plugs, and metatarsal guard shoes.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree and technical training.
• Robot programming experience.
• PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.
• Panel building and machine wiring experience.
• Schematic and blueprint reading experience.

Responsibilities

• Review related manuals, blueprints, and schematic diagrams to determine tasks to be performed.
• Program robots to perform specified tasks using programming languages, teach pendants, keyboards, control panels, or robot controllers.
• Modify programs to refine robot movement using the various controllers.
• Observe robots and related equipment to detect malfunctions, and repair or replace defective parts using hand and power tools.
• Observe and maintain the quality of automation processes.
• Initiate and maintain documentation throughout the development and qualification process.
• Document automation processes throughout the process life cycle.
• Participate in quality audits pertaining to automation.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Paid vacation each year, based on length of service.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match of up to 6% of pre-tax contributions.
• Employer contribution to the Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits offered upon hire.
• Employee life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED