Data Engineer

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan with match

Paid holidays and vacation

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. seeks an experienced Data Engineer to design and implement scalable data platforms across cloud and hybrid environments.

You will collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and IT to deliver robust pipelines, data lakes, and warehouses supporting AI and analytics initiatives. You will optimize ETL/ELT processes using Azure Data Factory, Fabric, and related tools, build semantic data models, and enable self-service analytics with Power BI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience designing and developing enterprise data, analytics, or BI solutions.
• Experience in design and development of data integration, ETL/ELT, and data warehousing using Python and PySpark
• Experience with Microsoft Azure data services, Microsoft Fabric, or similar cloud data platforms Azure Data Factory/Synapse/Fabric Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with business and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support scalable Data Lake, Lakehouse, Data Warehouse, and AI-enabled data platforms across cloud and hybrid environments.
• Design and develop ETL/ELT pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, or similar technologies.
• Design scalable data models and integration patterns to support enterprise analytics and AI initiatives.
• Establish event-driven, streaming, batch, and API-based integration patterns across enterprise systems.
• Build and maintain data integration pipelines for plant, business unit, or enterprise applications.
• Implement data validation, monitoring, quality controls, and data governance best practices.
• Develop reusable semantic models, datasets, and data products that enable self-service analytics.
• Optimize Power BI performance, data refresh processes, and security, including Row-Level Security (RLS) and workspace governance.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define reporting requirements, KPIs, and analytics solutions.
• Optimize SQL queries and data processing performance to ensure scalable and efficient data solutions.
• Evaluate emerging data and AI technologies and recommend solutions that improve business processes and operational efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Python

PySpark

Azure Data Factory

Azure Synapse

Azure Data Lake Storage

Microsoft Fabric

Job description

• Locations One Misco Drive, Whitehall, MI, 49461-1799, US PO Box 1616, 6200 Central Frwy, Wichita Falls, TX, 76307-1616, 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

Howmet Aerospace seeks an experienced, driven, self-starter to fill the role of Data Engineer. Successful candidates will have strong capabilities and demonstrated success in the following areas:

• Collaborating closely with data scientists, data analysts, and IT counterparts to design the data pipelines required to fulfill the AI and analytical needs of a large manufacturing enterprise.
• Modeling, building and optimizing complex scalable ETLs and data pipelines to grow and support on-premise and cloud based data warehouses and data lakes using SQL and Azure technologies.
• Implementing processes and systems to ensure data quality and optimal pipeline and model performance over time.
• Providing business analysts with support for data model and query design/tuning for tools such as Power BI and Python scripts.

Extensive interaction with functional and IT resources will be required making effective communication skills essential. The qualified candidate must be a self-starter capable of managing medium sized projects working either independently or participating in and/or leading a small team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support scalable Data Lake, Lakehouse, Data Warehouse, and AI-enabled data platforms across cloud and hybrid environments.
• Design and develop ETL/ELT pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, or similar technologies.
• Design scalable data models and integration patterns to support enterprise analytics and AI initiatives.
• Establish event-driven, streaming, batch, and API-based integration patterns across enterprise systems.
• Build and maintain data integration pipelines for plant, business unit, or enterprise applications.
• Implement data validation, monitoring, quality controls, and data governance best practices.
• Develop reusable semantic models, datasets, and data products that enable self-service analytics.
• Optimize Power BI performance, data refresh processes, and security, including Row-Level Security (RLS) and workspace governance.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define reporting requirements, KPIs, and analytics solutions.
• Optimize SQL queries and data processing performance to ensure scalable and efficient data solutions.
• Evaluate emerging data and AI technologies and recommend solutions that improve business processes and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience designing and developing enterprise data, analytics, or BI solutions.
• Experience in design and development of data integration, ETL/ELT, and data warehousing using Python and PySpark
• Experience with Microsoft Azure data services, Microsoft Fabric, or similar cloud data platforms Azure Data Factory/Synapse/Fabric Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with business and technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated use of advanced SQL skills to build complex well-tuned queries to join and shape diverse datasets.
• Demonstrated experience using DevOps with GIT and CI/CD
• Demonstrated experience using Power BI as well as DAX, Power Query, and Semantic models
• Experience using the Azure GCC High environment for data ingestion, collection and analysis
• Experience in Azure ML studio, Azure Foundry or AI enabled tools
• Accomplishment of Azure Certifications DP-600 (Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate) or (DP-700 (Fabric Data Engineer Associate)

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.