CAD Engineer / Specialist

Howmet Aerospace; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a CAD Engineer/Specialist to join the Whitehall, MI team. You will lead first article inspections, support tooling design, and partner with engineering on process improvements.

A background in engineering or CAD and familiarity with Siemens modeling is expected. You will collaborate across engineering and quality to prepare customer qualification packages, generate detailed inspection data, and assist with quotes.

Qualifications

• BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or CAD Discipline OR an Associate’s Degree with 4 years of related experience.
• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office; Modeling in Siemens with expressions/macros/grips; knowledge of investment casting and aerospace manufacturing; experience designing tooling; GD&T experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete customer First Article inspection packages using metrology tools (structured light, GOM, CMM, etc.).
• Prepare and complete customer reports with detailed inspection data.
• Work with engineering and quality on customer approval packages and quotes.
• Provide technical support to engineers and other departments for tooling development and process improvements.
• Collaborate effectively in a team environment and stay self-motivated.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or CAD

Associate’s Degree + 4 years related experience

Tools

Siemens modeling

Job description

• Locations One Misco Drive, Whitehall, MI, 49461-1799, 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

We are seeking aCAD Engineer/Specialistto join our Whitehall, MI location as a member of the Whitehall Casting Layout Dept and Engineering teams. This position will be responsible for working with engineering on process improvement initiatives, customer qualification activities, and product tooling design.

Responsibilities:

• Complete customer First Article inspection packages using various metrology tools including structured light, GOM, CMM, and various mechanical measurement tools
• Prepare and complete customer reports with detailed inspection data
• Work with engineering and quality on customer approval packages, and quotes
• Provides technical support to engineers, and other departments to support tooling development and process improvements
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with others
• Self-motivated

Job Roles

• Systems thinker--sees the business and its operation holistically; understands actions and reactions; considers multiple pathways of potential effect before decisions; thinks strategically about interventions with an eye toward scale
• Optimizer--constantly challenging the organization to work smarter; supports others to ensure they have what they need to do their work successfully
• Anticipation--looks ahead to minimize potential issues and maximize advantages; prepares others for what comes next
• Operational accelerator--drives continuous improvement; understands ramifications of automation and other advances; advocates for safety, ergonomics and scalable solutions
• Organization and structure--works within existing structures while striving to improve and standardize them; provides accurate information; galvanizes others toward common goals
• Influence--leverages knowledge, relationship, data and perspective to persuade, educate and navigate; gains buy in and adoption of ideas and practices at scale; interacts with a variety of stakeholders
• Data informed--focused on things that drive quantifiable business outcomes; evaluates based on quantitative feedback; knows and explains the “why” behind actions
• Prioritized reaction--handles the unexpected without losing sight of important objectives; reacts where greatest leverage points exist
• Relationship--connects individually and with teams across shifts and practices; builds rapport and commonality; creates a “win together” ethic; serves as liaison between shop floor and engineering; keeps the pulse of the floor; helps people feel heard

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Engineering or CAD Discipline OR an Associate’s Degree with 4 years of related experience
• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office suite
• Modeling in Siemens and ability to utilize expressions, macros and grips
• Knowledge of investment casting manufacturing process and/or aerospace industry manufacturing
• Experience in designing tooling to support a manufacturing environment
• Experience with blueprint reading and GD&T
• Highly detailed and organized

About Us

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.