Mechanical Engineer

Kawneer; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Arconic Corporation in Lafayette, IN seeks a Mechanical Engineer to support extrusion manufacturing operations in a high-performance aerospace environment. You will improve equipment reliability, lead capital projects, and drive safety and sustainability initiatives while providing hands-on engineering support.

Responsibilities include upgrading equipment, developing preventive maintenance, managing CAPEX budgets, and coordinating with maintenance teams, contractors, and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 3+ years of manufacturing or industrial engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, industrial equipment, and maintenance practices.
• Experience managing capital projects from concept through implementation.
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley controls, VFDs, servos, and motion-control systems.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing, aluminum extrusion, or heavy industrial environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve extrusion production equipment and processes.
• Lead equipment upgrades, rebuilds, installations, and facility expansion projects.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance strategies.
• Manage CAPEX budgets, schedules, and project execution.
• Coordinate work with maintenance personnel, contractors, and vendors.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and controls-related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, reliability, and environmental performance.
• Partner with production, maintenance, quality, and safety teams to achieve business objectives.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Capital project management

Electrical schematics reading

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Allen-Bradley controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

VFDs

Servos

Motion-control systems

Job description

• Locations 3131 E. Main Street, Lafayette, IN, 47905, US

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer will support extrusion manufacturing operations by improving equipment reliability, leading capital projects, driving safety and sustainability initiatives, and providing hands‑on engineering support in a high-performance aerospace manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve extrusion production equipment and processes.
• Lead equipment upgrades, rebuilds, installations, and facility expansion projects.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance strategies.
• Manage CAPEX budgets, schedules, and project execution.
• Coordinate work with maintenance personnel, contractors, and vendors.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and controls-related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, reliability, and environmental performance.
• Partner with production, maintenance, quality, and safety teams to achieve business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 3+ years of manufacturing or industrial engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, industrial equipment, and maintenance practices.
• Experience managing capital projects from concept through implementation.
• Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley controls, VFDs, servos, and motion‑control systems.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing, aluminum extrusion, or heavy industrial environments preferred.

Employees 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 requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in aluminum extrusion or metalworking industries.
• Familiarity with AS9100, NadCap, or other aerospace quality standards.

About Us

Arconic Corporationis a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build.

We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders.

At Arconic, we:

Act With Integrity :We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability.

Safeguard our Future :We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment.

Grow Stronger Together :We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity.

Earn Customer Loyalty :We build customer partnerships through best‑in‑class products and service.

Drive Operational Excellence :We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration.

Create Value :We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders.

This position is subject to Export Control Law:This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

United States EEO Statement:Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

About the Team

Lafayette Operations in Lafayette, IN is located approximately 60 miles from the state's capital, Indianapolis and is the home to Purdue University. Our Lafayette location has been continuously running in Lafayette community since 1938. We are an Aluminum Extrusions plant for Aerospace, Automotive, Industrial and Defense facility.