Weld Engineer Tech at Howmet Aerospace in LaPorte, Indiana

Job Description:

About Howmet Aerospace

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 $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, 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 2023 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report .

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Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and 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.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.comBasic Qualifications:

Education :

• A minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalency is required, and
• Formalized education in the welding field and a minimum of two years GTAW experience, and
• Must be a certified welder to AMS-2694

Skills and Abilities :
• Must be proficient in manual GTAW and able to pass a welder certification test.
• Good PC skills, written & verbal communication skills, problem solving, project management, and organizational skills
• Proficient in all MS Office applications
• Strong analytical abilities
• Excellent written & oral communications skills, able to work in a self-directed or team environment & have good organizational skills
• Must be self-driven with outstanding organization skills, self-discipline and an acute sense of urgency.
• Ability to think through complex development projects and identify gaps in plans, risks, and opportunities with the boldness to elevate when necessary.
• Must work well in a team environment and commit to continuous improvement

Experience :
• This position requires a minimum of two years GTAW experience.
• Experience in investment castings (engineering and/or manufacturing) strongly 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.We're a company of innovators and makers. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the aerospace and transportation industries. Join our team and help us engineer the next generation of sustainable travel.

Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com . Follow @howmet: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , LinkedIn, and YouTube .

Our state-of-the-art investment casting facility in LaPorte, Indiana is seeking a Metallurgist Lab Technician to join our team. Nestled halfway between South Bend and Chicago, along the shores of Lake Michigan - our facility in LaPorte, Indiana supplies jet engine components to some of the most trusted names in the Aerospace industry.

JOB SUMMARY
The Engineering Technician for Welding is responsible for supporting improvements and process control of weld repair/fabrication of super alloy castings as well as auditing to ensure all welds meet Class "A" requirements. This role will have technical oversight from and collaboration with the Welding Process Owner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Proficiency in JT/Laser, Weld X and GTAW with the ability to train in two disciplines.
• Monitor workmanship and continuous training of current welders.
• Assist in certifying new welders and recertify current welders biannually.
• Plan and execute repairs on potentially scrap castings.
• Monitor weld yields.
• Assist in developing new welding techniques and equipment improvements for production applications.
• Assist in maintaining weld wire and weld hardware control and inventory.
• Assist in maintaining and writing work instructions.
• Assist in testing and implementation of new technologies/critical input controls.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Job responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Maintain personal welder certification.
• Develop method improvements within the welding process.
• Technical support to the shop floor.
• Technical liaison with customers, 3rd party accreditation services, and other Howmet Aerospace plants.
• Perform all other job duties as assigned.
• Capability to prove statistical significance within inputs/outputs.
• Knowledge of prepping welds.
• Ability to interpret specifications to ensure compliance.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee is required to execute the following :
• Occasional bending, reaching, pushing and pulling when retrieving and moving various items.
• Lifting intermittently of various items. Typically, assistance would be provided for weights exceeding 35 pounds.
• Good manual dexterity to operate computer equipment and precision measuring instruments.
• Oral communication via telephone or in person while interacting with customers, suppliers, or other employees.
• Position may require more than eight hours daily and more than five days weekly to complete work assignments.
• Sitting in chairs (swivel, padded, and adjustable).
• Squatting / crouching when retrieving stored items from lower shelves and file cabinets, making equipment / product inspections, etc.
• Standing intermittently.
• Visual monitoring of computer screens.
• Travel may be required.
• Must be able to pass the eye examination required for welder certification.

Equipment Used:
• Welding, grinding, measurement equipment, computer, telephone, and standard office equipment.

Work Environment :
• Office and shop floor.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The duties of this position are performed throughout the entire floor space of HLC. Duties are performed in an office as well as in manufacturing areas where compliance with applicable safety rules is required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to work near moving mechanical parts and exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level is moderate. During periods of travel, duties could be performed in conference centers, restaurants, places of public accommodation, modes of travel, etc.

EHS Requirements
• Expected to assist in the implementation of EHS Values and policy statements and accompanying principals.
• Comply with all department, facility, corporate and regulatory EHS regulations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report all job related illness and injuries (Per Employee Handbook).
• Report all safety, health and environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
• Attend all EHS training.

Quality Statement
The products we manufacture are used in important industries - transporting goods and people; the defense of our country; critical energy infrastructure for hospitals and public safety. Livelihoods and lives depend upon the products we manufacture. What we do as an organization
is important and the first, and best, "line of defense" against non-conforming products escaping to our customers is you. A simple message: don't take it, don't make it, and don't pass it.