Weekend Electrical Controls Technician – PLC/HMI Expert

Howmet Aerospace; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace in Whitehall, MI is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician to join the weekend crew, supporting Plant Engineering with controls systems and equipment optimization.

The role emphasizes advanced troubleshooting of PLC/HMI, skills in Allen Bradley RSLogix5000, and collaboration with engineering and contractors.

Training occurs on a weekday schedule before shifting to weekends (three 12-hour shifts), with opportunities to contribute to capital projects.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or Mechatronics.
• Minimum 3 years in equipment build/maintenance or manufacturing environment.
• Or minimum 10 years in equipment build/maintenance and PLC control systems.
• Authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in controls systems, reliability, and capital improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot PLC/HMI systems and optimize equipment.
• Collaborate with Plant Engineering, Skilled Trades, and external contractors.
• Training on a weekday schedule before transitioning to the weekend crew (three 12-hour shifts).

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Industrial robotics

Electrical distribution <600V

Verbal/written communication

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or Mechatronics

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

RSLogix5000

AutoCAD Electrical

Wonderware/Intellution SCADA

Job description

Howmet Aerospace in Whitehall, MI is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician to join the weekend crew, supporting Plant Engineering with controls systems and equipment optimization.

The role emphasizes advanced troubleshooting of PLC/HMI, skills in Allen Bradley RSLogix5000, and collaboration with engineering and contractors.

Training occurs on a weekday schedule before shifting to weekends (three 12-hour shifts), with opportunities to contribute to capital projects.