Arconic is currently in search of Thermal & Combustion Process Engineer to join our Manufacturing Technology Engineering team based out of Alcoa, TN or Davenport, IA or Lancaster, PA.
At Arconic, we are looking for people who share our values of integrity, inclusion, and diversity, and who demonstrate agility, results commitment, and the capability to grow themselves and others. In return, we offer the opportunity to Grow Together with ongoing opportunities for professional growth provided by a constantly changing environment, working alongside employees who value the people they work with just as much as the work they do.
Primary Responsibilities
The Manufacturing Technology Engineering team consists of a staff of professionals who provide Technical, Business, Customer, and financial support to Arconic’s Global Rolled Products and Extrusions business units. The staff consists of specialists in various technologies and engineering disciplines with expertise ranging from melting metal through final fabrication.
The Thermal & Combustion Process Engineer has responsibilities that include corporate expert on Combustion Safety for Arconic, Thermal Best Practice development and deployment, solving problems with global systemic and plant specific focus, driving process efficiencies through lowering costs and improving quality, training operators and other technologists, and implementing new technologies.
Key Objectives
- Optimization of process equipment for improving quality and capacity
- Solve equipment and process problems for Arconic’s Thermal Processes
- Drive resolution of chronic problems within area of expertise; Lead problem solving teams & organize support from other resources when necessary
- Develop and deploy Standard Practices for the different Thermal and Combustion Safety processes, assist in identifying improvement opportunities, and facilitate technology transfer
- Maintain a working relationship with vendors of thermal and combustion equipment and be knowledgeable of external developments
- Provide engineering and operational support for large capital improvement projects
- Sponsor, participate, and occasionally lead development projects
- Be relied upon by plant resources for advice and direction on capital and process solutions
- Participate in technical assessments of facilities and individual pieces of equipment
- Provide equipment, control, and process training to the technical base.
- Ability to navigate Rockwell PLCs for troubleshooting a plus
- The position requires the desire and ability to travel extensively (around 50) with a portion of the travel being international
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution
- 5 years of manufacturing experience
- 3 years in Thermal and Combustion Safety
- 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 requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. 730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Must be a self-starter with ability to determine priorities based upon specific business needs
- Strong leadership skills
- Ability to navigate Rockwell PLCs for troubleshooting
Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction spanets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. We are proud that 77 of our employees are happy working for Arconic and would recommend it as a great place to work and that 80 of our employees would recommend their managers to others.
We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders.
At Arconic, we:
Act With Integrity.
We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability.
Safeguard our Future.
We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment.
Grow Stronger Together.
We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity.
Earn Customer Loyalty.
We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service.
Drive Operational Excellence.
We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration.
Create Value.
We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders.
United States Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Arconic is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
ABOUT TENNESSEE OPERATIONS Tennessee Operations is located 3 hours North of Atlanta, GA; 2.5 hours East of Nashville, TN; and 4 hours West of Charlotte, NC. Arconic’s Tennessee Operations is one of the most modern aluminum fabricating facilities in the world. Our plants produce high-quality molten metal and aluminum sheet and are recognized as a world leader in the business. The facility has been located at the Foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains for 100 years and continues to thrive and grow.