Business Unit Process Owner - Alloy

Howmet Aerospace is currently seeking an experienced Process Engineer (Alloy Process Owner) for the Engines Business Unit. Position may be located at any of the Howmet Engines Business Unit facilities, preferably the Dover, NJ plant. Using a disciplined process management approach, this position will team with Howmet Engines’ manufacturing operations to assess, optimize and implement sustainable alloy manufacturing and alloy control processes that lead to high product yield and quality.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support of the manufacturing of nickel alloy ingot used for investment casting or forging to ensure quality, efficiency, and tight chemistry controls.
• Ownership and responsibility for the revisions and upkeep of Business Unit Alloy Chemistry Specifications, Alloy Manufacturing Manuals, and Alloy/Revert control at investment casting facilities.
• Coordination of alloy chemistry laboratory testing (including round robins and/or Gage R&Rs) and chemistry standards across the various Business Unit laboratories.
• Drive improvements and best practices across the Alloy Manufacturing sites (Dover, NJ, Exeter, UK, and Glossop, UK) for optimized alloy-demand planning, manufacturing efficiency, chemistry uniformity/control, and quality.
• Drive improvements and best practices across investment casting facilities to ensure alloy control, contamination avoidance, and revert cleanliness.
• Assess, optimize and implement new technologies, materials, and supplies for cost savings, process improvements, and quality improvements relative to alloy manufacturing.
• Ensure alloy manufacturing and revert control are in compliance with the methods, materials and equipment specifications as detailed in the Business Unit manuals, business operating procedures, industry requirements, and customer requirements. Support/lead internal audits of alloy processes and gap closures within the business unit global manufacturing facilities.
• Perform root cause investigations on deviations from alloy specifications or correlations between alloy manufacturing and resulting part quality. Provide technical support to Plant Engineering grounded in six sigma methodology to resolve alloy related issues.
• Act as a conduit between Manufacturing Facilities and the Research Center to ensure that technology needs are communicated and new technology is rapidly tested and implemented.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Metallurgical Engineering, or an equivalent degree from an accredited institution
• At least 2 years experience developing, improving, or productionizing processes in an alloy manufacturing or casting setting
• 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 entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Metallurgical Engineering is highly desired
• 3-5 years related experience in process engineering in an alloy manufacturing or casting environment preferred
• Deep knowledge of alloy chemistry testing methods and limits, including but not limited to optical emissions (OES), x-ray fluorescence (XRF), gas analyzers, and glow discharge mass spectrometry (GDMS)
• Demonstrates considerable ingenuity and creativity while recognizing prudent risk
• Ability to work in a self-directed or team environment with good organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to develop strong working relationships and lead through influenceProficient in MS Office tools and MiniTab.
• Working knowledge of statistical analysis and SPC
• Green belt or Black belt certified in Six Sigma, experienced in Lean Manufacturing, and Process Management preferred