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Manufacturing Engineer

Howmet Aerospace
Columbia, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026
Responsibilities

Position Overview:

As a Manufacturing Engineer here,you'll be part of our engineering team working as an onsite employee at ourColumbia, CT location.

Key Responsibilities:

' Develop, evaluate and improvemanufacturing processes for new and existing products and processes.

' Research customer specifications, andnew processes.

' Troubleshoot existing shop floorprocesses, tools, and equipment.

' Design tooling for new and improvingexisting processes.

' Produce engineering drawings for newproducts.

' Interact with customers, operators,sales reps and vendors.

' Review and implement manufacturingdrawing and engineering change notices.

' Evaluate data and productspecifications to determine the feasibility of product proposal.

' Analyze data and reports to determineif design meets specifications.

Reduce waste and increasecapacity/efficiency through application of continuous improvement tools (i.e.structured problem solving, setup reduction, organization and standardizationof machining centers, mistake-proofing in tool/fixture design).

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

' 3 years of process/manufacturing engineering experience ispreferred in applying advanced engineering principles in a metal formingmanufacturing environment.'

' Working knowledge of manufacturing methods, concepts, processes,and systems.

' Solid analytical skills and the ability to define and brainstormsolutions to problems.

' Training in Lean Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement Toolspreferred.

' Product prototyping, qualification and/or testing experiencepreferred.

' Familiarity with ISO 9000 or AS9100 quality standards preferred.

' Working knowledge of CAD software, SolidWorks, and/or NX ispreferred.
  • 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 applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications:

Aerospace industry experience or exposure.

About Us

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.
Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com

About the Team

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we're the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.

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