Senior Injection Molding Engineer, NPI

This NPI Senior Injection Molding Engineer position will be located in Whitehall Michigan and will support new product introduction projects, improvement initiatives, and assume direct responsibility for integrity of assigned wax and core injection processes.

Job Roles

• Innovation and improvement--willing to try new things; focused on continuous improvement even for persistent problems; constantly learning
• Development focused--provides guidance and assistance to associates; helps others improve in their roles; distributes work through a growth lens
• Data informed--focused on things that drive quantifiable business outcomes; evaluates based on quantitative feedback; knows and explains the relationship between actions and expected results
• Prioritization and orchestration--differentiates between urgent and important; attends to issues as they arise within the framework of a strategy and plan; focused on team deployment toward solutions
• Relationship and communication--connects individually and with teams across practice areas and leadership levels; builds rapport and commonality; creates a "win together" ethic; gives and receives feedback and takes action accordingly
• Systems thinker--sees the business and its operation holistically; understands actions and reactions; manages complexity well; understands when to intervene and when to step back
• Independent initiative--manages time well; does not require direction; takes responsibility for finding and solving problems; optimizes based on learning and team input; thinks about the future and anticipates needs
• 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

Job Responsibilities

• Design and develop new processes for injection molding
• Oversee tooling trials, mold validations, and process optimization
• Coordinate injection process modeling simulations with injection flow modeler
• Interact with the NPI Engineering team, aiding in concurrent engineering efforts with aerospace customers in order to optimize part designs for manufacturability.
• Develop and implement process control techniques and procedures into manufacturing environments
• In collaboration with product engineering and manufacturing, support activities concerned with technical development and part quality/yield issues
• Define tools and fixtures pertinent to processing, aiding NPI Engineering with quoting and/or process improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in tooling, processes, and workflow efficiency.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate new tooling and fixtures to achieve process improvements
• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders on project status, risks, and deliverables
• Generate material requisitions to initiate procurement and submit capital expenditure proposals to drive short and long term product and manufacturing improvements.
• Stay updated with advancements in injection molding technology and materials
• Provide injection support across the Airfoils Segment as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with injection molding process development and optimization.
• Strong understanding of injection molding machines, tooling design, materials and processing parameters.
• Demonstrated track record of implementing process improvements and optimizing manufacturing operations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office.
• Able to work in a self-directed or team environment and have good organizational skills.
• 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 Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution in the following disciplines preferred: Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Plastics Technology.
• Experience working in a Casting environment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, statistical analysis, and scientific methods for problem solving.
• Knowledge of CAD (Siemens NX) and simulation tools.

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 $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, 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 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

The Howmet engines business produces world-class aerospace engine components, including investment castings, fasteners, rings and forgings. Our vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts enable the next generation of quieter, cleaner and more fuel-efficient aerospace engines. Able to supply more than 90% of structural and rotating aerospace engine components.