Manufacturing Engineer

Howmet; Niles (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to provide engineering and technical support across forging, rolling, annealing, and other value-added titanium processing steps.

You will implement improvements to safety, quality, yield, throughput, and cost while supporting issue resolution and performance enhancements. Responsibilities include leading projects, conducting root cause analyses, developing trials, and communicating findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline with 1–3 years of relevant experience; Master’s degree preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to create, analyze, and interpret data.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and basic manufacturing financial concepts.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to respond effectively to changing project and operational needs.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Minitab or other statistical software and CAD software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects focused on improving safety, quality, yield, throughput, and cost.
• Perform root cause analysis and develop corrective actions for manufacturing and quality issues.
• Identify, develop, and implement process improvements to enhance manufacturing performance and reliability.
• Analyze process and production data to identify trends, variation, and improvement opportunities.
• Plan and execute process trials and experiments; analyze results and provide recommendations.
• Research and evaluate new technologies, equipment, and process solutions; develop technical and financial justification as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain standard work, process procedures, and other quality-related documentation.
• Provide technical support to production employees and leadership to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and other departments to resolve manufacturing issues and execute improvement initiatives.
• Prepare technical reports, project updates, data analyses, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Develop and track cost savings, productivity improvements, and other financial benefits associated with engineering projects.
• Support the implementation of new or modified processes, equipment, tooling, and technologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Minitab

CAD software

Job description

Job Info

• Job Identification: 119394
• Job Category: Engineering
• Posting Date: 09/17/2026, 03:56 PM
• Locations: 1000 Warren Avenue, Niles, OH, 44446, US (On-site)
• Apply Before: 09/23/2026, 12:00 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
• Currency Code: US Dollar

Responsibilities

This Manufacturing Engineer provides engineering and technical support for the forging, rolling, annealing, conditioning, and other value-added processing of titanium alloy products. The role identifies and implements process improvements to enhance safety, quality, yield, throughput, and cost while providing technical support to resolve manufacturing issues and improve overall process performance.

Job duties and responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects focused on improving safety, quality, yield, throughput, and cost.
• Perform root cause analysis and develop corrective actions for manufacturing and quality issues.
• Identify, develop, and implement process improvements to enhance manufacturing performance and reliability.
• Analyze process and production data to identify trends, variation, and improvement opportunities.
• Plan and execute process trials and experiments; analyze results and provide recommendations.
• Research and evaluate new technologies, equipment, and process solutions; develop technical and financial justification as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain standard work, process procedures, and other quality-related documentation.
• Provide technical support to production employees and leadership to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and other departments to resolve manufacturing issues and execute improvement initiatives.
• Prepare technical reports, project updates, data analyses, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Develop and track cost savings, productivity improvements, and other financial benefits associated with engineering projects.
• Support the implementation of new or modified processes, equipment, tooling, and technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline with one to three years of relevant experience; Master's degree preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to create, analyze, and interpret data.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and basic manufacturing financial concepts.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to respond effectively to changing project and operational needs.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Minitab or other statistical software and three-dimensional CAD software preferred.

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.

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