Manufacturing Automation Technician - IGT

Howmet Aerospace Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Hampton, VA is seeking an Automation Technician to support manufacturing processes, including all automated operations, machining, and production gauging.

You will help develop automated manufacturing processes and qualify new products on manufacturing equipment, collaborating with customers as needed. The role emphasizes creating and releasing robot programs, designing tooling, documenting procedures, and driving improvements to downtime, OEE, and capital projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience within an engineering environment.
• Good understanding of tooling, fixture design and manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in CAD; Siemens NX an advantage.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• High level of computer literacy (Word/Excel/Project).
• Good judgment and decision making.
• Communication and team working skills.
• Employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 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.
• 6 axis articulated arm Robot programming experience, Yaskawa or Fanuc an advantage
• Proficient in CNC Milling, CAM (Heidenhain controls & NX CAM)
• A minimum of two years’ relevant experience within an engineering environment
• Experience trouble-shooting mechanical systems (pneumatics, tooling, measurement feedback systems)
• Knowledge of automation systems
• CMM Programming experience (Renishaw Modus)
• PLC or other logic-based programming experience
• Knowledge of problem-solving tools (FMEA or equivalent)
• Knowledge of 3DSL measurement equipment

Responsibilities

• Provide critical help chain for manufacturing to reduce downtime of critical manufacturing equipment.
• Create, verify and release robot programs for automated cells.
• Create, verify and release programs for other, programmable manufacturing equipment.
• Design and deliver tooling and fixtures for manufacturing processes.
• Creating supporting documentation for automated equipment (SOP and EMS).
• Support implementation of new advanced manufacturing equipment and automation.
• Support cost reduction and process improvement of current manufacturing techniques.
• Work with Manufacturing to record and improve OEE of critical equipment.
• Support implantation of new manufacturing technology.
• Responsible for program storage, data back-ups and revision control for Manufacturing equipment.
• Implement and support EH&S activities.
• Prioritizing product demands, process control tasks and manufacturing engineering responsibilities to fulfil business needs across all Business Centers.
• Maintaining focus on supporting production whilst implementing new products and process improvements.
• Quality control of work instruction documentation and product criteria.
• Working with Maintenance to help fault find manufacturing systems.
• Direct reporting to Manufacturing Engineering Lead who reports to Engineering Manager. Our largest customer is Manufacturing, led by Operations Manager.
• Works within Engineering to provide engineered solutions to Manufacturing problems.
• Determine priorities

Skills

CAD

Siemens NX

Reading drawings

Tooling design

Manufacturing processes

Computer literacy

Communication & teamwork

Export controls compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

Hampton, VA, United States (On-site)

Job Info

• Job Identification 119609
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 09/24/2026, 03:24 PM
• Locations One Howmet Drive, Hampton, VA, 23661, US (On-site)
• Apply Before 12/20/2026, 05:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• 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

Responsibilities

The Automation Technician position located in Hampton, VA will provide technical support for manufacturing processes including all Automated operations, machining and production Gauging. Support the development of automated manufacturing processes. Qualify new product on manufacturing equipment, internally and with the customer and provide support for manufacturing to improve existing processes.

Anticipated Pay Range:$70K-80K per year. *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

Essential Job Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Provide critical help chain for manufacturing to reduce downtime of critical manufacturing equipment
• Create, verify and release robot programs for automated cells
• Create, verify and release programs for other, programable manufacturing equipment
• Design and deliver tooling and fixtures for manufacturing processes
• Creating supporting documentation for automated equipment (SOP and EMS)
• Support implementation of new advanced manufacturing equipment and automation
• Support Senior MEs in justification of capital funding requests
• Support cost reduction and process improvement of current manufacturing techniques
• Work with Manufacturing to record and improve OEE of critical equipment
• Support implantation of new manufacturing technology
• Responsible for program storage, data back-ups and revision control for Manufacturing equipment
• Implement and support EH&S activities
• Prioritizing product demands, process control tasks and manufacturing engineering responsibilities to fulfil business needs across all Business Centers
• Maintaining focus on supporting production whilst implementing new products and process improvements
• Quality control of work instruction documentation and product criteria
• Working with Maintenance to help fault find manufacturing systems
• Direct reporting to Manufacturing Engineering Lead who reports to Engineering Manager. Our largest customer is Manufacturing, led by Operations Manager
• Works within Engineering to provide engineered solutions to Manufacturing problems
• Determine priorities

Other Skills/Abilities:

• Prioritizing product demands, process control tasks and manufacturing engineering responsibilities to fulfil business needs across all Business Centers
• Maintaining focus on supporting production whilst implementing new products and process improvements
• Quality control of work instruction documentation and product criteria
• Working with Maintenance to help fault find manufacturing systems
• Direct reporting to Manufacturing Engineering Lead who reports to Engineering Manager. Our largest customer is Manufacturing, led by Operations Manager
• Works within Engineering to provide engineered solutions to Manufacturing problems
• Determine priorities

Qualifications

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience within an engineering environment
• Good understanding of tooling, fixture design and manufacturing processes
• Proficient in CAD, Siemens NX an advantage
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• High level of computer literacy (Word/Excel/Project)
• Good judgment and decision making
• Communication and team working skills
• 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:

• 6 axis articulated arm Robot programming experience, Yaskawa or Fanuc an advantage
• Proficient in CNC Milling, CAM an advantage (Heidenhain controls & NX CAM)
• A minimum of two years’ relevant experience within an engineering environment
• Experience trouble-shooting mechanical systems (pneumatics, tooling, measurement feedback systems)
• Knowledge of automation systems
• CMM Programming experience (Renishaw Modus)
• PLC or other logic-based programming experience
• Knowledge of problem-solving tools (FMEA or equivalent)
• Knowledge of 3DSL measurement equipment

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.