What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Howmet?
- Job Identification 116966
- Job Category Engineering
- Posting Date 04/08/2026, 12:00 AM
- Locations 8 Commerce Dr., Columbia, CT, 06237, US (On-site)
- Job Schedule Full time
- Export-Controlled Data 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
Position Overview:
As a Manufacturing Engineer here, you'll be part of our engineering team working as an onsite employee at our Columbia, CT location.
Key Responsibilities:
' Develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing processes for new and existing products and processes.
' Research customer specifications, and new processes.
' Troubleshoot existing shop floor processes, tools, and equipment.
' Design tooling for new and improving existing processes.
' Produce engineering drawings for new products.
' Interact with customers, operators, sales reps and vendors.
' Review and implement manufacturing drawing and engineering change notices.
' Evaluate data and product specifications to determine the feasibility of product proposal.
' Analyze data and reports to determine if design meets specifications.
Reduce waste and increase
capacity/efficiency through application of continuous improvement tools (i.e.
structured problem solving, setup reduction, organization and standardization
of machining centers, mistake-proofing in tool/fixture design).
Basic Qualifications:
' 3 years of process/manufacturing engineering experience is preferred in applying advanced engineering principles in a metal forming manufacturing environment.'
' Working knowledge of manufacturing methods, concepts, processes, and systems.
' Solid analytical skills and the ability to define and brainstorm solutions to problems.
' Training in Lean Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement Tools preferred.
' Product prototyping, qualification and/or testing experience preferred.
' Familiarity with ISO 9000 or AS9100 quality standards preferred.
' Working knowledge of CAD software, SolidWorks, and/or NX is preferred.
- 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.