Braze Engineer

Howmet Engines is a world-class producer of aero engine and industrial gas turbine components, including airfoils, rings, disks and forgings. We excel in vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high performance parts that enable the next generation of quieter, more fuel-efficient aero engines and cleaner power generation. Howmet Dover Casting is a world-class supplier of complex, investment-cast turbine airfoils and other components for the aircraft engine and industrial gas turbine industries. Howmet Dover Alloy is a world-class supplier of vacuum and air-melted nickel- and cobalt-based superalloys to aerospace, gas turbine, medical and other high-technology industrial markets.

Howmet Aerospace is currently looking a Braze Engineer to join our Casting Facility located in Dover, New Jersey.

We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, matching 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Performance Pay Bonus, Paid Time Off, Wellness Programs, EAP Program (free local gym membership) as well as other discounted benefits

Anticipated Pay Range: $90k-$120k per year. *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.

JOB SUMMARY

• This position will support manufacturing through process control and improvement initiatives, and assume direct responsibility for integrity of assigned products. This position will also establish and maintain external and internal customer interaction to understand technical requirements and resolve issues; prepare part specific work instructions, maintain knowledge of job cost and develop / implement appropriate plans to improve profitability and reduce cost through process improvement activity.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet’s value and policy statement and its accompanying principles.

• Comply with all department, facility, Corporate and Regulatory EH&S regulations.

• Wear all required personal protective equipment.

• Report all job-related illness and injuries. (Per employee handbook).

• Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.

• Attend all EH&S training.

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

Job Responsibilities:

• Determines root cause of deviations from critical process specifications to resolve Braze related issues
• Educates and trains operators about proper procedures and processes, including creating/revising work instructions and training materials. Drives improvement through implementing and maintaining feedback systems.
• Institutes proper monitoring of the Braze department performance to ensure financial targets are met (yields, rework)
• Fosters continuous improvement by utilizing process management, control plans, Cpk monitoring, etc
• Acts with an innovative spirit, willing to challenge the status quo and seek the implementation of improved processes and new technology, including increased automation
• Develops best practices to improve production capacity, quality, and reliability
• Works with automation team to increase first time yield and equipment uptime on automated equipment. Develops improved preventative maintenance programs to promote improvement of automated processes.
• Supports Heat Treat Process Owner to maintain NADCAP certification
• Pursues elimination of waste, the improvement of equipment reliability and efficiency, and the reduction of operating costs.
• Provide support to Metallography lab and Heat Treatment, Weld, and Alloy Process Owner(s)

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 3 years experience in Manufacturing field
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of an organization.
• 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:

• Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and/or Black Belt
• Experience working with controls/programming robotics
• Demonstrated ability to create and deliver training in technical topics
• Experience with brazing, welding, and/or metal joining systems and the ability to apply these within a manufacturing environment
• Technical knowledge of heat treatment thermal processing with an emphasis on brazing processes
• Demonstrated methodical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment and related issues.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.