Automation Technician: Robotics & CNC for Manufacturing

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Hampton, VA is seeking an Automation Technician to support manufacturing processes, automation, and tooling.

You will develop, test, and release robot programs, create tooling, and help implement new automated equipment, with focus on minimizing downtime and improving OEE. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 3 years' engineering experience, proficiency in CAD, and reading drawings; visa not available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in an engineering environment.
• Good understanding of tooling, fixture design and manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in CAD, Siemens NX an advantage.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• High computer literacy (Word/Excel/Project).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for manufacturing processes including automated operations, machining and production gauging.
• Develop automated manufacturing processes and qualify new products on manufacturing equipment.
• Create, verify and release robot programs for automated cells and other programmable equipment.
• Design tooling and fixtures for manufacturing processes.
• Create SOPs and EMS documentation for automation.
• Support implementation of new advanced manufacturing equipment and automation.
• Assist in capital funding justification and process improvements.
• Record and improve OEE of critical equipment.
• Work with Maintenance to troubleshoot manufacturing systems.

Skills

Automation

Robotics

Manufacturing

Gauging

CAD

Siemens NX

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAD

Siemens NX

Job description

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Hampton, VA is seeking an Automation Technician to support manufacturing processes, automation, and tooling.

You will develop, test, and release robot programs, create tooling, and help implement new automated equipment, with focus on minimizing downtime and improving OEE. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 3 years' engineering experience, proficiency in CAD, and reading drawings; visa not available.