Automation and Reliability Project Manager

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Cleveland, OH, USA, seeks an Automation and Reliability Project Manager to lead and standardize capacity across North American and European manufacturing facilities.

The role focuses on reliability plans, capital projects, and rapid implementation of automation initiatives with external partners. Responsibilities include planning, technical oversight, and selecting suitable automation tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 10 years of electrical/automation experience.
• Minimum 5 years of electrical/automation experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 3 years project management experience related to automation/electrical overhaul of manufacturing equipment.
• At least 25% travel will be required for this role.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Export-controlled items access eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and oversee automation projects from concept through deployment.
• Develop detailed project plans including engineering deliverables, timelines, resources, BOM lists, budgets.
• Generate and present reports on project progress, performance, and outcomes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues and provide guidance to the automation team.
• Evaluate and select automation partners, tools, and technologies.
• Partner with third parties and plants to design and implement automation solutions.

Skills

Electrical/Automation experience

Project management

Travel 25%

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Fanuc control systems

Industrial robots

Job description

Automation and Reliability Project Manager

Cleveland, OH, United States and 1 more (On-site)

Job Info

• Job Identification 119746
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 10/01/2026, 04:25 PM
• Locations 1600 Harvard Avenue, Cleveland, OH, 44105, US 1110 East Lincoln Way, Laporte, IN, 46350-3954, 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

Responsibilities

The Automation& Reliability Lead will specify systems, processes, and solutions that can solve current manufacturing issues and providecapacity standardization across manufacturing locations. The primary focus of this role will be onHowmet Engines North American Structural Casting manufacturing facilities in the United States and Europe. Theprimary objectives of this role include supporting the plants to ensure that reliability plans are in place sustainable capital projects are progressing on time and within budget and to partner with an automation firm and the manufacturing plants to develop opportunities to supplement current plant capacity and lead the implementation of these initiatives quickly and effectively across all locations.

Focus areas include:

• Project Planning and Management:
  • Initiate and oversee automation projects from concept through deployment.
  • Develop detailed project plans including engineering deliverables, timelines, resources, BOM lists, budgets.
  • Generate and present reports on project progress, performance, and outcomes
• Technical Oversight:
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
  • Provide technical guidance and expertise to the automation team and plant facilities management.
  • Support the review and approve technical designs, code, and configurations as needed.
• Tool and Technology Selection:
  • Evaluate and select appropriate automationpartners,tools and technologies.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies.
• System Design andImplementation:
  • Partner with a third party and the plants to design andimplement automation solutions to meet business needs.
  • Ensure solutions are scalable, reliable, and maintainable
• Facilitation of communication and alignment
  • Create connections between the manufacturing locations; act as conduit between location-based automation professionals.
  • Collaborate with plant-level professionals (maintenance, production,continuous improvement, andengineering) on problem solving activities, cost reduction initiatives and the performance efficiency improvement of manufacturing equipmentreliabilityplans, guiding them towards leading solutions in automation.

Major Activities and Key Challenges Include:

• Improvecurrent asset utilization and implement supplemental capacity solutionsvia automation to address known capacity constraints across the plant level VSMs.
• Ability to identify, clearly communicate and resolve production and equipment issues as part of a team.
• Participate in the development of long-range process and facilities planning, capital expenditure projects andautomation programs aimed at capacity expansion to meet customer demand.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution
• Minimum 10 years of electrical/automation experience
• Minimum 5 years of electrical/automation experience in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum 3 years project management experience related to automation/electrical overhaul of manufacturing equipment (aged equipment, modernization, product tracking systems)
• At least 25% travel will be required for this role
• 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:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution
• Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems to include hydraulic, pneumatic, combustion, control systems and measurement feedback systems
• Working knowledge of Rockwell Automation and Fanuc control systems
• Experience programming industrial robots
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

About Us

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.