Facilities Electrical Engineer

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. seeks an Experienced Facilities Electrical Project Engineer in Hampton, VA, to support production, maintenance, and administrative departments.

You will manage electrical and control projects, coordinate from concept to startup, and ensure safety and reliability across plant facilities. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 2 years of experience with power distribution, PLCs, HMIs, and databases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with electrical systems (power distribution, PLCs, HMIs, and database systems).
• Authorized to work in the United States; export-controlled data restrictions apply.

Responsibilities

• Manage the electrical and controls scope of process improvement, capital expansion, and obsolescence mitigation projects.
• Coordinate all phases from concept, scope development, bid solicitations, engineering/design, through installation and project closure.
• Assist production and maintenance with equipment/process issues from an engineering perspective, focusing on reliability and productivity.
• Provide higher-level support for PLC, HMI, and Robotic systems and programming for PLC/SCADA/Database Systems.
• Maintain accurate records for all automation programs and changes to these systems.
• Propose and execute improvements to existing automation systems and processes.
• Focus on safety of facilities equipment and processes, including EHS policy oversight.
• Oversee contractor work and compliance with company and regulatory policies.

Skills

Project management

Electrical systems

Team collaboration

Automation technologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Wonderware

SQL

ACAD/Inventor

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 manufacturinghigh tech products, safely, accurately, and efficiently.

The Facilities Electrical Project Engineer will report directly to the Facility Engineering Team Leader. This position provides technical engineering services and project management to support production, maintenance, and administrative department’s achievement of the location’s business plan.

Anticipated Pay Range:$90K-110K per year. *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

Responsibilities include:

• · Manage the electrical and controls scope of process improvement, capital expansion, and obsolescence mitigation projects.
• · Coordinate all phases of assigned projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, bid solicitations, related bid meetings, equipment and facilities engineering/design, manufacturing, and installation through final start-up, acceptance and project closure.
• · Assist production and maintenance with various types of equipment and process issues from an engineering perspective with key emphasis on maintaining and improving reliability and productivity of systems with specialized technical expertise in the application and use of automation technology for plant facilities and processes.
• · Provide higher-level support for all PLC, HMI, and Robotic systems and programming for all PLC/Scada/Database Systems.
• · Maintain accurate records for all automation programs and all changes to these systems.
• · Propose and execute improvements to existing automation systems and processes.
• · Focus on overall safety of facilities equipment and processes including responsibility and oversight of EHS policies.
• · Oversee contractor work and compliance with Howmet Aerospace, Federal/State, Environmental, Health and Safety policies.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• · Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution
• · Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with electrical systems such as power distribution, PLC's, HMI’s, and database systems
• ·Employee 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:

• · Experience with Project Management.
• · Basic understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical control
• · Capable of programming Allen Bradley/ControlLogix/Modicon PLC systems
• · Experience programming Wonderware, SQL, touchscreen HMI/SCADA systems
• · Understanding of NEC, NFPA, and other pertinent electrical safety codes
• · Ability to use ACAD/Inventor
• · Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

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.