Design Engineer

Job Description 

Designs and creates drawings of fasteners, installation systems, testing/production equipment and related items from specifications, sketches, other drawings, and verbal/written instructions.  Administers approval and dissemination of engineering information into databases through traceable documentation.  Works with Manufacturing and Quality to resolve problems and improve processes. Directly supports sales and customers to create new or modify existing products or processes to improve sales, quality and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze specifications, sketches, drawings, ideas, and related data to assess factors affecting component design.
• Design or modify fasteners, installation tooling, dies/tools, and related items using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and software. 
• Prepare manufacturing, coordination and quotation drawings, and other Engineering documents such as specifications and inspection standards, so that they can be approved and released for use. 
• Integrate approved Engineering documents into appropriate data bases for use by other departments, including Manufacturing, Inspection, Packaging, Accounting, Purchasing, Marketing and Customer Service. 
• Have a good working knowledge of computer programs such as Lotus Notes, 2D drafting (Creo), Solid Works, Baan and Oracle to load Engineering documents into the appropriate database. 
• Document additions and changes to Engineering data bases with computer programs such as Product Release/Change Notices and Special Product Requests. 
• Generate and populate secure folders of approved documents to be used by non-Howmet businesses for manufacture and inspection of specific Huck product. Maintain secure folders with updated revisions of existing documents or new documents as-needed. Remove obsolete documents from secure folders when they are no longer required. 
• Identify and modify product designs and processes to correct operating deficiencies or to eliminate problems. 
• Works with people inside and outside of Engineering to standardize items that are common to multiple departments, such as head markings and part classification. 
• Create and approve Miscellaneous Shipper (MS) submissions and enter IMEX classifications for shipments. 
• Keep a current base of relevant Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and HFS mandates on foreign visitors and signage. 
• Maintains full compliance with Company policies and procedures and conducts all activities in accordance with the Howmet Code of Conduct. 
• Demonstrates a knowledge of and commitment to Howmet Business System principles and techniques. 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as Drafting or Mechanical Engineering Technology, or closely related discipline. 
• No prior experience required but internship preferred. 
• 1--5 years of experience performing drafting, design and related duties in an industrial product manufacturing environment is preferred. 
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as specifications, work instructions, engineering drawings and reports. 
• Ability to write concise correspondence. 
• Ability to speak effectively to operators, supervisors and managers in a variety of departments, on an individual basis and with groups which may include customer representatives. 
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, geometry and trigonometry. Ability to use fractions, percentages, scaling and tolerancing on a regular basis. 
• Ability to understand and to carry out detailed instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to rationally deal with problems involving several variables. 
• Proficient in the use of computerized engineering and manufacturing software such as One Space, Solid Works, Lotus Notes, Baan and Oracle.  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software to include Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to frequently use measurement tools i.e. micrometers, calipers, comparators, which requires precise visual acuity. 
• Must possess good interpersonal skills to work effectively and positively with management, peers and customers.

• 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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status.  ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.