Facilities Project Engineer

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Hampton, VA is seeking a Facilities Mechanical Engineer to deliver engineering services to production, maintenance and administrative teams, safely supporting the location’s business plan.

The role focuses on designing and modifying facilities and equipment, managing capital and expense projects, and ensuring compliance with EHS policies while coordinating with suppliers and contractors for successful implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in mechanical project engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Access to export-controlled items requires lawful eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Specify new production equipment or modifications to existing equipment.
• Develop functional specifications.
• Work with suppliers and contractors on procurement and implementation of production equipment and infrastructure support.
• Test newly installed machines and equipment to ensure fulfillment of contract specifications.
• Provide maintenance engineering and troubleshooting assistance.
• Generate contract scope of work documents and cost estimates.
• Oversee contractor work and monitor safe work practices.
• Act as single point accountable person for EHS policies.
• Comply with Company, Federal, and State EHS policies.

Skills

multitasking

concepts grasp

infrastructure systems

investment casting

EHS awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

ACAD

Inventor

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

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

Facilities Mechanical Engineer

This position will report directly to the Facility Engineering Team Leader and will be responsible for providing engineering services to safely meet the location’s business plan by providing engineering support to production, maintenance, and administrative departments to achieve plant goals.

Anticipated Pay Range:$90K-100K per year. *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

Job Summary:

• Applies engineering principles to design, modify, or develop facilities, testing, machines, equipment, or processes used in manufacturing and facility maintenance in order to advance technology or productivity of operations.
• Manage Capital and expense projects to develop scopes and budgets, maintain quality communications, completion schedules and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Specify new production equipment or modifications to existing equipment.
• Develop functional specifications.
• Work with suppliers and contractors on procurement and implementation of production equipment and infrastructure support.
• Test newly installed machines and equipment to ensure fulfillment of contract specifications.
• Provide maintenance engineering and troubleshooting assistance.
• Generate contract scope of work documents and cost estimates.
• Oversee contractor work and monitor safe work practices.
• Act as single point accountable person for EHS policies.
• Comply with Company, Federal, and State EHS policies.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in mechanical project engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• 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 ACAD and Inventor design software
• Proficient with Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Project software
• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical control systems in a diverse industrial environment
• Ability to rapidly grasp concepts and understand processes
• Ability to multitask
• Familiarity with a wide variety of facility infrastructure systems
• Experience with Investment Casting

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.