Automation Engineer - Robotic Casting & EOAT

Howmet; Dover (NJ); On-site; USD 98,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

401K with matching

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Performance Pay Bonus

Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs

EAP program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking an Automation Engineer to join the Casting Facility in Dover, New Jersey. You will design and implement robotic assembly tooling, run simulations, and validate tooling prior to fabrication, taking projects from concept through commissioning in a hands-on role.

The position offers a competitive benefits package and relocation assistance, with a typical pay range of $98K–$120K per year depending on experience and certifications. Relocation may be offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong 3D CAD and mechanical design experience, capable of taking designs from concept through fabrication.
• Experience with GD&T, tolerance analysis, and mechanical design principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and simulate robotic systems, EOAT, grippers, fixtures using CAD and MotoSim.
• Lead automation projects from concept through fabrication, installation, commissioning, and production.
• Identify opportunities to automate and optimize manual processes; support robotic systems through programming and troubleshooting.
• Develop preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting documentation, and training materials for automated equipment.
• Support capital project development including scope, cost estimates, benefits, and ROI.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to automation technicians, operators, and other engineering personnel.
• Evaluate emerging robotics, simulation, and automation technologies for application.

Skills

3D CAD

Mechanical design

GD&T

Robotic assembly

Tooling design

Vendor coordination

Troubleshooting

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering / Manufacturing / Mechatronics

Tools

Yaskawa robots

MotoSim

Job description

Howmet Aerospace is seeking an Automation Engineer to join the Casting Facility in Dover, New Jersey. You will design and implement robotic assembly tooling, run simulations, and validate tooling prior to fabrication, taking projects from concept through commissioning in a hands-on role.

The position offers a competitive benefits package and relocation assistance, with a typical pay range of $98K–$120K per year depending on experience and certifications. Relocation may be offered.