Design Engineer

Responsibilities

Howmet Fastening Systems is looking for a Design Engineer II to work with Product Design Engineering, planning, and assuring technical success and timely completion of assigned design and/or development projects related to new products and product improvements to the installation equipment. This position reports to the Manager, Engineering in Kingston, NY fastener installation tooling manufacturing facility.

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Born from many well-known and long-standing brands, Howmet Fastening Systems, headquartered in Torrance, California, is the premier designer and manufacturer of aerospace and industrial fasteners, latches, fluid fittings and installation tools. Our products are used nose to tail on commercial and military aircraft, as well as on jet engines, industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, wind turbines, solar power systems, and construction and industrial equipment.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Create drawings and working layouts of proposed designs;
• Performs analysis of forces, stresses, dynamics and critical performance parameters;
• Follows up drafting, detailing, prototype manufacture and performance evaluation as assigned;
• Participates in project reviews as needed to evaluate progress or investigate project problems;
• Maintains Engineering documentation in accordance with specified standards;
• Cooperates with Sales Personnel, System Specialists and other field and Divisional Personnel as needed;
• Support cost saving activities through design or process changes;
• Performs other related tasks as assigned;
• Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.
  
  

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

Education:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree. Preferably in Mechanical Engineering.
  
  

Basic Qualifications:

• Five to eight (5-8) years of experience in an engineering role;
• Working knowledge of CAD and computer technology;
• Working knowledge of FEA software;
• Project management skills – leading development and standardization of hydraulic power units;
• Language skills – proficiency in Japanese, particularly technical communication;
• 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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic systems:
• Experience with motor control circuits;
• Experience with PLC programming;
• Experience in a manufacturing environment;
• Experience with international business.
  
  

Benefits/Salary:

• The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation.
• The annual salary range for this position is $80,000 – $90,000.