Engineer - Engineer Training Program 2026

Howmet Aerospace • Whitehall, MI

25d • Onsite

About The Position

The Engineer Training Program (ETP) provides technical training & development for new engineers in the processes, technologies, & manufacturing steps in investment casting that are used at Howmet Aerospace . The program focuses on building a strong foundation by exposing engineers to different parts of our Engines business unit. Individuals will participate in three rotations, lasting six months each. Assignments are cross-functional & based on the individual skills of the Engineer as well as the needs of the organization. During the final rotation, the Engineer will seek out a current full-time opening for a permanent position at one of the Howmet Engines facilities. A few examples of roles that ETP Engineers transition into are Process Engineer, Product Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Owner, Automation Engineer or Facilities Engineer. Candidates must be willing to relocate during the 18 month program
Where Will This Position Be? The three assignments will be in different plants among the following cities: Dover, NJ (2 facilities) Hampton, VA (2 facilities) La Porte, IN Morristown, TN Wichita Falls, TX Whitehall, MI (6 facilities)
Daily Responsibilities/Activities: ETP Engineers will learn the following in the program: How to affect change within the business: Develop an understanding of how to prioritize projects that have the most impact to the needs of the business. Develop the ability to take on technical challenges and deal with complexity that culminates in solutions to the highest priority projects. Learn how to implement those solutions during cross-functional technical development opportunities. Doman specific knowledge in areas including, but not limited to: Casting and supporting processes Materials used in our processes (metals/ceramic/polymers) Thermal processing Dimensional analysis and control Non-destructive inspections Alloy manufacturing Data analytics Automation Coatings Facility engineering

Requirements

• Pursuing a BS in Engineering from an accredited institution with a Spring 2026 graduation date.
• Candidates must be willing to relocate during the program.
• 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.
• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicants ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing one of the following Engineering degrees: BS in Materials Science & Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Ceramics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering with a Spring 2026 graduation date
• Previous internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing environment highly desired.
• Knowledge of MS Office and Excel, excellent written and oral communication skills, able to work in a self-directed and team environment and have good organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of statistical analysis.
• Knowledge/exposure to facilities engineering
• Demonstrated technical ability through classwork, internships/co-ops and projects.
• Ability to work with and lead a team.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and lean manufacturing.
• Desire to work in an advanced manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of how to prioritize projects that have the most impact to the needs of the business.
• Develop the ability to take on technical challenges and deal with complexity that culminates in solutions to the highest priority projects.
• Learn how to implement those solutions during cross-functional technical development opportunities.
• Learn domain specific knowledge in areas including, but not limited to: Casting and supporting processes, Materials used in our processes (metals/ceramic/polymers), Thermal processing, Dimensional analysis and control, Non-destructive inspections, Alloy manufacturing, Data analytics, Automation, Coatings, Facility engineering

What This Job Offers

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