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About the job

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Automation Engineer position located in Hampton, VA will provide technical expertise for manufacturing processes on site including CNC, EDM, Waterjet, Production Gauging and all Automated operations. Develop automated manufacturing processes to provide manufacturing expertise for the engineering team. Qualify new product on manufacturing equipment, internally and with the customer and provide support for manufacturing to improve existing processes.

Salary :

Anticipated Pay Range: $70K-80K per year. *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

Essential Job Responsibilities but not limited to:

Create, verify and release machining programs for programable manufacturing equipment including CNC, EDM & Waterjet

Create, verify and release robot programs for automated cells in Wax, Monoshell and Post cast

Design and deliver tooling and fixtures for manufacturing processes

Development and implementation of new advanced manufacturing equipment and automation

Support justification of capital funding requests

Cost reduction and process improvement of current manufacturing techniques

Creating and maintaining all documentation including SOPs, EMSs, JSAs for CNC, EDM, Waterjet, Production gauging and other Automated operations

Support NADCAP compliance on NADCAP controlled manufacturing equipment

Mentor other team members in CAD, CAM, EDM & Automation

Provide manufacturing engineering solutions to executional scrap issues

Support identification and implantation of new manufacturing technology

Responsible for program storage, data back-ups and revision control for Manufacturing equipment

Provide technical expertise for qualification of outplant machining operations

Implement and support EH&S activities

Prioritizing product demands, process control tasks and manufacturing engineering responsibilities to fulfil business needs across all Business Centers

Maintaining focus on supporting production while implementing new products and process improvements

Quality control of work instruction documentation and product criteria

Working with Maintenance to help fault find manufacturing systems

Direct reporting to Manufacturing Engineering Lead who reports to Engineering Manager. Our largest customer is Manufacturing, led by Operations Manager

Works within Engineering to provide engineered solutions to Manufacturing problems

Achieves specific sub-function goals

Other Skills/Abilities:

Prioritizing product demands, process control tasks and manufacturing engineering responsibilities to fulfil business needs across all Business Centers

Maintaining focus on supporting production while implementing new products and process improvements

Quality control of work instruction documentation and product criteria

Working with Maintenance to help fault find manufacturing systems

Direct reporting to Manufacturing Engineering Lead who reports to Engineering Manager. Our largest customer is Manufacturing, led by Operations Manager

Works within Engineering to provide engineered solutions to Manufacturing problems

Achieves specific sub-function goals

Basic Qualifications

New or expected graduate with a Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in Engineering (Preferably Mechanical)

Compensation and Benefits:

If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location.

Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include:

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options

Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution

Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)

Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs

Life insurance and disability coverage plans

Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance

Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our Story:

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 $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, 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 2025 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