Lead Build Technician: Start-Up & Welding Expert

Howmet; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking an HRC Technician to join the Research and Development team at One Misco Drive, Whitehall, MI. The role involves leak testing on vacuum casting, heat treat and coating equipment to ensure vacuum integrity, with domestic and international travel for project installation and support.

The position requires hands-on welding (MIG/TIG/STICK), machine assembly and startup, and strong technical and administrative capabilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of three years work experience in machine building/assembly/troubleshooting/testing and machine start-up.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and perform leak testing on vacuum casting, heat treat and coating equipment to insure vacuum integrity.
• Travel to customers sites both foreign and domestic for project installation and support.
• Work flexible schedules as needed to support equipment builds. Be able to perform various welding operations including mig/tig/stick.
• Provide technical expertise to contract supervision for machine assembly and start up. Review for accuracy and approve contractor timesheets.

Skills

Three years experience in machine

Education

Associate degree in industrial or manufacturing Technology

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Howmet Aerospace is seeking an HRC Technician to join the Research and Development team at One Misco Drive, Whitehall, MI. The role involves leak testing on vacuum casting, heat treat and coating equipment to ensure vacuum integrity, with domestic and international travel for project installation and support.

The position requires hands-on welding (MIG/TIG/STICK), machine assembly and startup, and strong technical and administrative capabilities.