Design Engineer - Hydraulic Systems & PLC

Howmet Aerospace

Ponck Hockie (NY)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 90,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Howmet Aerospace in Kingston, NY seeks a seasoned mechanical engineer to create drawings, analyze forces and dynamics, and drive hydraulic power unit development. You will coordinate drafting, prototypes and performance tests, ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

With 5+ years in engineering and strong CAD/FEA skills, you will lead projects, manage interfaces with sales and field teams, and contribute to cost-saving process improvements in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

Minimum five (5) years of experience in an engineering role.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Working knowledge of CAD and computer technology.
Working knowledge of FEA software.
Project management skills – leading development and standardization of hydraulic power units.

Responsibilities

Create drawings and working layouts of proposed designs.
Performs analysis of forces, stresses, dynamics and critical performance parameters.
Follows up drafting, detailing, prototype manufacture and performance evaluation as assigned.
Participates in project reviews as needed to evaluate progress or investigate project problems.
Maintains Engineering documentation in accordance with specified standards.
Cooperates with Sales Personnel, System Specialists and other field and Divisional Personnel as needed.
Support cost saving activities through design or process changes.
Performs other related tasks as assigned.
Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.