Electrical Controls Engineer - HIP/Ti-Cast Operation

Howmet Aerospace • Whitehall, MI

22h • Onsite

About The Position

This position will be located in our Plant 5, HIP (Hot Isotopic Press) and Ti-Cast Operations. Job Roles Systems thinker --sees the business and its operation holistically; understands actions and reactions; considers multiple pathways of potential effect before decisions; thinks strategically about interventions with an eye toward scale. Optimizer --constantly challenging the organization to work smarter; supports others to ensure they have what they need to do their work successfully. Anticipation--looks ahead to minimize potential issues and maximize advantages; prepares others for what comes next. Operational accelerator --drives continuous improvement; understands ramifications of automation and other advances; advocates for safety, ergonomics, and scalable solutions. Organization and structure --works within existing structures while striving to improve and standardize them; provides accurate information; galvanizes others toward common goals. Influence --leverages knowledge, relationship, data, and perspective to persuade, educate and navigate; gains buy in and adoption of ideas and practices at scale; interacts with a variety of stakeholders. Data informed --focused on things that drive quantifiable business outcomes; evaluates based on quantitative feedback; knows and explains the “why” behind actions. Prioritized reaction --handles the unexpected without losing sight of important objectives; reacts where greatest leverage points exist. Relationship--connects individually and with teams across shifts and practices; builds rapport and commonality; creates a “win together” ethic; serves as liaison between shop floor and engineering; keeps the pulse of the floor; helps people feel heard.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution
• 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

• Previous electrical/programming experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Facility Electrical Power distribution planning (12470Vac – 120Vac)
• Project PLC programming experience
• Project Management experience
• Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Maintenance Management experience
• Continuous Process Improvement (i.e. Six Sigma Cert)
• HMI programming experience
• Experience with Rockwell Automation Allen Bradley PLC & RSLogix programming software
• Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition SCADA
• Experience with Rockwell Automation Factory Talk SCADA
• Experience with Aveva / Wonderware SCADA
• Knowledge of Electrical distribution systems for voltage below 600V
• Proficient user of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical or Solidworks Electrical
• Experience with industrial robots, Motoman or other
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E and NFPA 79 codes

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of facilities electrical distribution, manufacturing process controls, PLC and Logic Systems related to industrial production, and the ability to handle technical issues.
• Necessary knowledge to develop and make modifications to existing Wonderware / Ignition HMI systems.
• Significant management and contractor interactions including design, costing, quoting, and executing electrical systems, control systems and automation upgrades.
• Coordination, support, and maintenance including installation of various electrical system projects.
• Provide engineering support for projects designed and built both internally and externally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees