Process Engineer - Plant 3
Howmet Aerospace · Whitehall, MI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Howmet Aerospace (aerospace & defense) in Whitehall, MI. Drive standardization and Process Management using scientific methods and six sigma tools to define the post cast process, develop reaction plans, and reduce cost.
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, PLC, Automation, Casting
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
- Openings
- 2 with this title at this site
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Process Engineer roles in Michigan: typical posted base $74k–$123k.
Median of the low and high ends of 15 live postings that list pay, out of 41 process engineer openings in Michigan, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 40 other live process postings in Michigan.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $74k–$123k, from 15 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- New product launch 49%
- Tooling 49%
- ✓ Six Sigma 46%
- Root cause 39%
- ✓ Lean 39%
- FMEA 37%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: Howmet Aerospace in Whitehall
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Full description from Howmet AerospaceAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Drive standardization and Process Management using scientific methods and six sigma tools to define the post cast process, develop reaction plans, and reduce cost
- ◆Close the communication loop between rework, scrap, and engineering along with the source of the problem to drive resolution and reduce cost
- ◆Ensure development and implementation of new materials and finishing techniques are rooted in six sigma methodology to meet the testing and equipment
requirements
per BU Manuals
- ✓Assure process MSAT per the BU Manual
- ✓Assure compliance to Customer and NADCAP
requirements
areas
- ✓Act as a conduit between Engineering and Manufacturing to assure that the Processes are compliant with the methods, materials, and equipment specifications as required by the BU Manuals, business operating, and customer
requirements
- ✓Coordinate and plan projects and resources with new vendors and customers
- ✓Write capital requests, purchasing engineering materials, manage cost and control budgets for specific post-cast projects and objectives
- ✓Communicate with other plants on cost savings and scrap reduction projects in Post Cast
- ✓Update Product Criteria and Activity Instructions as required
- ✓Approve all new and revised instructions for the area of process ownership.
- ✓Coordinate operator training as required
Basic
Qualifications
- ✓BS in Engineering from an accredited institution
- ✓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
- ✓BS in Materials Science, Metallurgical, Electrical, Mechanical, Ceramic, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution
- ✓Experience in Investment Casting
- ✓Knowledge of vacuum systems, PLC
- ✓Knowledge of MS Office, excellent written and oral communication skills, able to work in a self-directed or team environment and have good organization skills
- ✓Working knowledge of statistical analysis and SPC
- ✓Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and Howmet Process Management a plus
- ✓Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
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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
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Our Story
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 $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, 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 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .