Engineering II, Heat Treat

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking an Engineer II with Heat Treat Experience at our City of Industry, CA location.

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) holds the number one global market position in aerospace fastening systems, and we're the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Headquartered in Torrance, CA; HFS employs over 5,000 people in 11 countries at 24 locations.

HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace (NYSE:HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 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 www.howmet.com. Follow @howmet: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provides engineering support and leads problem solving/troubleshooting events.
• Able to implements timely solutions to maintain the continuity of production flow.
• Designs manufacturing processes within schedule and budgetary parameters.
• Responsible for maintenance of material specifications, product drawings, routing sheets and manufacturing procedures.
• Perform daily GEMBA walks
• Design, review and problem solving through the shop floor interactions (GEMBA activity) to debug manufacturing processes and tooling (e.g. headers, rollers, etc.)
• Run reports as required regarding non conformance and variances; use reports to drive action
• Continuous improvement of tooling and methods for manufacturing processes
• Lead cost analysis and cost reduction
• Work hand-in-hand with production technicians to enhance manufacturing processes and troubleshoot issues.
• Provide technical guidance to manufacturing personnel.
• Determine root cause of persistent problems and lead implementation of fixes.
• Justification of new method and production equipment (able to propose and manage solutions through RFA and CAPEX projects)
• Create and drive project plans to completion, PCD (qualifications, new product development, new process development and sustaining project)
• Support Quality System Improvement.
• Interfaces with other departments to address and resolve engineering issues.
• Interfaces with vendors and outside sales personnel to evaluate, cost estimate, and select parts or equipment.
• Support product management in the event of product application problems in the customer structure. (able to provide new product estimate, product cost review, product feasibility, and technical support e.g. FAA, PMA)
• Disposition NCRs, perform deep dives as required (RCCA, and implement solutions to avoid reoccurrence)
• Create routing and work instructions including but not limited to: rework new product development, and sustaining
• Support employee training as required
• Own and/or support standard and product/process specifications (document control configuration management)
• Comply with all EHS rules and regulations and supervisory instructions.
• Other tasks as assigned
• Must be able to manage time in a productive and efficient manner

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently
• Quantity - Completes work in timely manner; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Awareness and engagement with EHS safety and security guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions ; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 2 years' Engineering experience in manufacturing

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer the Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering, from an accredited institution
• Experience with precision machined metal forming manufacturing
• Experience with product and process failure analysis
• Working knowledge of manufacturing techniques such as lean manufacturing, JIT, SPC, TQM, etc.
• Experience in the fastener manufacturing industry
• Experience with ERP systems

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, policies and procedure in English

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to comprehend statistics geometrics and algebraic concepts through calculus

Solid interpersonal skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers and employees of the organization.

Technical Communication

• Produce drawings and solid models including GD&T, produce reports, and address technical matters

Engineering Analysis and Design

• Mathematics: Probability statistics geometric and algebraic concepts through calculus)
• Knowledge of statics, strength of material and dynamics
• Knowledge of Selection and properties of materials

Computer Skills

• Including Microsoft Office programs and Engineering CAD systems (e.g. Auto CAD, Solid Works)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is irregularly exposed to lifting, pushing and/or pulling parts and pans up to 30 pounds.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate, however, hearing protection is required on the shop floor at all times.

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 salary range for this position is $80k - $95k

Prefer the Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering, from an accredited institution

• Experience with precision machined metal forming manufacturing
• Experience with product and process failure analysis
• Working knowledge of manufacturing techniques such as lean manufacturing, JIT, SPC, TQM, etc.
• Experience in the fastener manufacturing industry
• Experience with ERP systems