Staff Electrical Engineer

Arconic; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arconic Davenport Works is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the Rolling Department in Davenport, IA. The role focuses on electrical systems integration with manufacturing, supporting production, maintenance, and engineering teams.

You will drive improvements through control system upgrades, smart manufacturing, and data-driven problem solving, with opportunities for mentorship and cross-functional collaboration within a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 7 years experience as an electrical engineer.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience designing, installing, maintaining electromechanical systems.
• U.S. work authorization; visa sponsorship not available.
• ITAR compliance: U.S. person status required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all phases of assigned area electrical engineering projects from concept to closure.
• Lead problem solving with multi-discipline staff, maintenance and production.
• Analyze process issues using PI Vision and Data Link to propose solutions.
• Create electrical control solutions to support process improvements and reliability.
• Assist production and maintenance with equipment and process issues.
• PLC/HMI design, and controls upgrades for existing processes.
• Install and troubleshoot camera systems on industrial equipment.
• Apply SMART Manufacturing principles to automated inspection systems.
• Mentor employees when needed.
• Primarily day shift with off-hours support as needed.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC/HMI experience

Rockwell RSLogix

Data Link/PI Vision

Camera systems troubleshooting

Job description

Job Description

Arconic is currently in search of an Electrical Engineer to join our Rolling Department based in our Davenport, IA location.

At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

The Staff Electrical Engineer will provide electrical engineering services to the Hot Rolling department to safely meet Arconic’s business plan by providing support to production, maintenance, and engineering. In this role, you will serve as a critical team member in the efficiency, output, and quality of our processes and will be responsible for electrical systems safely integrated with manufacturing, along with upgrades of existing equipment.

Additional responsibilities of this Staff Electrical Engineer position are the following (but not limited to):

• Coordinate all phases of assigned area electrical engineering projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, bid solicitations, design, manufacturing, equipment commissioning, and project closure.
• Lead and participate in problem solving efforts with multi-discipline technical staff, maintenance and production.
• Use PI Vision and Data Link to analyze process issues and provide input to solve process problems.
• Create and develop electrical control solutions that will support process improvements and improve equipment reliability.
• Assist production and maintenance with equipment and process issues.
• PLC/HMI and controls redesign and upgrades of existing processes.
• Install and troubleshoot camera systems on industrial equipment.
• Incorporate SMART Manufacturing principles and tools into automated inspection systems to improve processes, data collection/analysis, and drive quick results in recovery improvements.
• May mentor employees to increase their knowledge of equipment and process, when needed.
• While this position is a primarily day-shift position, off-hours support will be required as needed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering at time of employment from an accredited institution
• Minimum 7 years experience as an electrical engineer
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience designing, installing, maintaining electromechanical systems
• 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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in a manufacturing facility
• 5 years experience with PLCs, HMIs, AC/DC drives & motors and measuring devices
• 3 years or more of experience in leading electrical projects
• Manufacturing experience in a highly industrial environment
• Proficiency with Rockwell programming software (i.e.: RS Logix and FactoryView)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Project programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good oral and written communication skills in a variety of settings (shop floor, peers, plant leadership, etc)

About Us

Arconic Corporation

Arconic Corporation is 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

Davenport Works is the country’s largest aluminum rolling mill, it was opened in 1948 and currently employs more than 2,000 people and ships product worldwide. It is in Riverdale in the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf in southeastern Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline in northwestern Illinois). The Quad Cities is 3 hours south-west of Chicago, 4 hours north of St. Louis, and less than 3 hours from Des Moines. The Quad Cities is home to St. Ambrose University among 8 educational institutes. Major outdoor summer music festivals include the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, Mississippi Valley Blues Festival, and River Roots Live.