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.
Howmet Engines is currently seeking a Cooperative Education student to join our team in Hampton, VA. This position provides an ideal opportunity for an engineering student who desires career growth within Howmet Aerospace, a values-based company that offers advancement opportunities.
Job Summary
Responsible for learning the investment casting process of titanium components, a Process Engineering Co-op is closely mentored by a Process Engineer.
Essential Function/Responsibilities
Work closely with mentor on developing the skills/functions listed below:
- Learn how to develop new, and refine existing investment casting processes to reduce scrap, rework, and manufacturing costs.
- Support manufacturing in the processing of castings through all operations.
- Work concurrently with customers to design components for castability.
- Maintain customer relationships through joint resolution of issues.
- Work closely with mentor on learning how to manage the responsibilities listed below.
- Maintain and improve casting scrap rates.
- Maintain and improve casting rework rates.
- Improve casting profitability through cost reductions.
- Develop and refine manufacturing work instructions.
- Develop casting processes for new products.
Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalency is required.
- Currently pursuing a Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering degree from an accredited institution
- Students must have completed 3 semesters of undergraduate education prior to entering the program.
- Must be involved in at least 1 extracurricular activity or prior work experience.
- 3.0+ grade point average
- Must be able to provide documentation in the original form establishing both your identity and your employment eligibility in the U.S.
This position entails access to export-controlled items you must be able to lawfully obtain access to such items.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior internship or work experience in manufacturing.
- Casting or Metal fabrication experience preferred.
- Strong communication skills.