Electrician

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium $1.00 p/hr

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Hampton, VA seeks an Electrician to join its Industrial Gas Turbine group. You will install, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems on industrial machinery, read wiring diagrams, and follow printed work instructions to meet customer specifications.

Shifts available: 1st, 2nd and 3rd; training occurs on 1st shift. A $1.00 per hour shift premium applies when on off shifts. The role requires an associate degree or equivalent and at least 5 years in industrial

Qualifications

• Resume and two professional references required.
• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school is required.
• Minimum of 5 years industrial maintenance experience and/or training dealing with electrical systems.
• Must be available for all shifts; schedule varies by site operations.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.
• Export-controlled data access; eligibility to obtain access is required.

Responsibilities

• Install conduit and wiring for electrical systems within the facility.
• Connect power supply wires to machines and equipment; wire between machines and subsystems.
• Diagnose and repair transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures; replace damaged components.
• Test machinery and collaborate with maintenance personnel to identify root causes.
• Read and follow printed work instructions and interpret electrical schematics.

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school

Job description

• Locations One Howmet Drive, Hampton, VA, 23661, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Remote Work Schedule Availability? None
• 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

This opening is with Howmet Aerospace – a world leader in investment casting of superalloys, aluminum and titanium primarily for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbine markets. For more information about Howmet Aerospace, visit us online at www.howmet.com.

Howmet has challenging opportunities for individuals who are excited to engage with us in growing our business. Join us where you will be part of a dedicated team to manufacture high tech products, safely, accurately and efficiently, you will perform a variety of hands-on operations in accordance with standardized processes within customer specifications.

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking for Electrician(s) to join our Industrial Gas Turbine (IGT) group in Hampton, Virginia. The available shift hours are 1st shift, M-F 7am-3pm; 2nd shift, M-F 3pm-11pm; and 3rd shift, M-F 11pm-7am. Training is 1st shift, M-F 7am-3pm.

This position will receive an hourly “shift premium” of $1.00 p/hr. while assigned to an off shift.

Job Summary: The Electrician installs and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment.

Essential Functions & Job Responsibilities:

• Ability to read and follow the information on printed work instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Records data either manually or by computer as required.
• Installs conduit and field wiring for all electrical systems within the facility.
• Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment. Connect cables and wires between machines and subsystem equipment (pumps/valves/sensors).
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wire and cables.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery and work with other maintenance personnel to diagnose malfunction root causes.
• Ability to effectively use various electrical troubleshooting devices, including ammeters, voltmeters, meggers, thermal scanners and cable testers.
• Replaces faulty electrical components of machine, such as relays, switches, motors, and positions sensing devices.
• Diagnoses and repairs or replace faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards.
• Replace electric motors, check for proper rotation, and measure amperage.
• Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical apparatus in buildings.
• Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Must comply with all company attendance policies and guidelines; this includes, but is not limited to, regular attendance and occasional overtime as needed.
• Other duties within the scope of the role as assigned by supervisory leadership.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• An application must include a resume and two professional references for review and consideration.
• This position requires a minimum of an associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• This position requires a minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience and/or training dealing with electrical systems.
• Must be available for all shifts as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required.
• 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.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• State of Virginia Maintenance/Contractor Journeyman Certification

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.

The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.