AUTOMATION ENGINEER

Howmet Aerospace, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit . Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

This Automation Engineer position will support multiple plants across the Airfoils business unit. This position is instrumental in identifying new manufacturing technology and sustaining current technology in use. The Automation Engineer is responsible for automating manual processes, working with operators, vendors, and design teams. This position will follow through the build phase and implementation of equipment into production and establishing PM's to support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Programming, troubleshooting, and developing preventative maintenance programs.
• Interact with and provide guidance for maintenance personnel to repair equipment.
• Responsible for Software Control on all robot programming.
• New equipment proposals, design, RFQ's, training and documentation.
• Conduct general robot safety training.
• Machine repair parts for robot cells, modifcations, and tooling purchases.
• Coordinate robot training thru Motoman and ABB for all technicians 4 that interact with robots.
• Coordinate all Motoman service visits, repairs, and robot arm rebuilds.
• Develop technician troubleshooting guides.
• Work with internal machine builder M-tech to design and develop automated solutions across the Business unit.

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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Basic Qualifications

• BS Degree in the following Engineering disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Robotic, Industrial/Manufacturing, Aerospace, or 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution in the following disciplines preferred: Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial.
• Previous internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing environment or lab environment.
• Experience working in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in 6 axis articulating arm robotics.
• Proven proficient at robot programming, I/O management, and troubleshooting robotic systems logic.
• Experience trouble-shooting mechanical systems including pneumatics, tooling issues, measurement feedback systems, and basic design robustness.
• Programming in Industrial ladder logic.
• Experience working with Wonderware HMI software.
• Experience using industrial controllers.
• Basic understanding of capabilities for controls and servo systems.
• Demonstrated methodical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment and related issues.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.