Electrical Engineer – Plant Automation & Controls

Howmet; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet in the United States is seeking an Electrical Engineer for the Plant Engineering team. You will maintain facility systems and manufacturing processes from wax injection through finishing and NDI testing.

The role focuses on upgrading equipment, supporting plant rearrangements, and installing new systems to support process changes. You will provide engineering support to operations, apply TPM and continuous improvement, and collaborate with automation and maintenance teams to ensure safe,

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years of electrical/programming experience in manufacturing.
• US work authorization; Visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facility and equipment across all manufacturing processes.
• Upgrade existing equipment and support plant rearrangements.
• Install new electrical and control systems for process changes.
• Provide engineering support to operations and skilled trades.
• Apply TPM and continuous improvement to projects and equipment.

Skills

Electrical distribution

Process controls

PLC programming

HMI programming

RSLogix

SCADA systems

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks

Education

BS in Engineering

Electrical Eng. or IT Tech

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

RSLogix 5000

Studio 5000

Wonderware

Aveva

Job description

Howmet in the United States is seeking an Electrical Engineer for the Plant Engineering team. You will maintain facility systems and manufacturing processes from wax injection through finishing and NDI testing.

The role focuses on upgrading equipment, supporting plant rearrangements, and installing new systems to support process changes. You will provide engineering support to operations, apply TPM and continuous improvement, and collaborate with automation and maintenance teams to ensure safe,