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Electrical Engineer - Plant

Company:
Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing, LLC
Location:
Whitehall, MI, 49461
Posted:
August 10, 2026
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Description:

Job Title

Engineering Position

Responsibilities

The person in this position will be part of a Plant Engineering team that is responsible for maintenance of the facility and equipment including all manufacturing processes from wax injection through rough dimensional finishing and NDI testing of finished parts. This group is responsible for the implementation of projects to upgrade existing equipment and systems, coordinates and supports plant rearrangements and assists in the selection, procurement and installation of new equipment to support changes in our manufacturing process. This group also supports the day-to-day operations by acting as a resource for skilled trades and contracted services.

Job Responsibilities:

Knowledge of facilities electrical distribution, manufacturing process controls, PLC and Logic Systems related to industrial production, and the ability to handle technical issues. Necessary knowledge to develop and make modifications to existing Wonderware / Ignition HMI systems.

Significant management and contractor interactions including design, costing, quoting, and executing electrical systems, control systems and automation upgrades

Coordination, support, and installation of various electrical system projects

Provide engineering support for projects designed and built both internally and externally

Apply total productive maintenance (TPM) and continuous improvement principles to projects and equipment improvement needs

HMI Programming and trouble shooting

Source and trouble shoot Allen Bradley PLC & RSLogix programming software

Utilize Rockwell Automation Factory Talk SCADA, Aveva / Wonderware SCADA

Apply AutoCad electrical or Solid works to view and revise electrical prints

Interact with automation and robot groups and provide support where needed

Understand and apply NEC, NFPA 70E and NFPA 749 codes

Job Roles:

Systems thinker --sees the business and its operation holistically; understands actions and reactions; considers multiple pathways of potential effect before decisions; thinks strategically about interventions with an eye toward scale

Optimizer --constantly challenging the organization to work smarter; supports others to ensure they have what they need to do their work successfully

Anticipation --looks ahead to minimize potential issues and maximize advantages; prepares others for what comes next

Operational accelerator --drives continuous improvement; understands ramifications of automation and other advances; advocates for safety, ergonomics and scalable solutions

Organization and structure --works within existing structures while striving to improve and standardize them; provides accurate information; galvanizes others toward common goals

Influence --leverages knowledge, relationship, data and perspective to persuade, educate and navigate; gains buy in and adoption of ideas and practices at scale; interacts with a variety of stakeholders

Data informed --focused on things that drive quantifiable business outcomes; evaluates based on quantitative feedback; knows and explains the "why" behind actions

Prioritized reaction --handles the unexpected without losing sight of important objectives; reacts where greatest leverage points exist

Relationship --connects individually and with teams across shifts and practices; builds rapport and commonality; creates a "win together" ethic; serves as liaison between shop floor and engineering; keeps the pulse of the floor; helps people feel heard

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications :

BS Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution

A minimum of 3 years of previous electrical/programming experience in a manufacturing environment

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.

Preferred Qualifications

BS Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institutionPLC programming experience

HMI programming experience

Experience with Allen Bradley PLC, RS Logix & Studio 5000.

Experience with Wonderware, IFIX & SCADA'S.

Knowledge of Electrical distribution systems for voltage below 600V

Proficient user of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical

Experience with industrial robots, Moto man or other.

Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E and NFPA 79

Able to troubleshoot Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems.

Familiar with thermocouples, RTD's, Transmitters and Flowmeters.

Knowledge of Frequency Drives.

About Us

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 $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, 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 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We 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.

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