On-Site Electrical Engineer - Automation & Plant Design

Howmet Aerospace; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Laporte, IN seeks an electrical/automation-focused engineer to lead maintenance, design, and installation of production equipment and facilities.

You will coordinate project phases, drive reliability improvements, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance in a dynamic manufacturing setting. The role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, strong documentation skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects with tight timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is required.
• 3+ years of experience in electrical project management, equipment design, or industrial automation.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance, design, and installation of production equipment and facilities.
• Coordinate all project phases from concept to start-up and closure.
• Maintain and improve automation programs and system reliability.
• Ensure safety and environmental policy compliance; oversee contractors.

Skills

Electrical project mgmt

Industrial automation

Cross-functional collaboration

PLC programming

Control system design

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Office 365

Job description

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Laporte, IN seeks an electrical/automation-focused engineer to lead maintenance, design, and installation of production equipment and facilities.

You will coordinate project phases, drive reliability improvements, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance in a dynamic manufacturing setting. The role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, strong documentation skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects with tight timelines.