Engineering Manager

BASIC QUALIFICATIONSThis position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items​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.B.S. in Engineering2 years leadership plus 7 years Sr Engineering experienceMust have sound manufacturing knowledgePREFERERRED QUALIIFICATIONSPrevious experience in Investment CastingTechnical depth in metallurgical and process areasHowmet 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 an Engineering Manager to join our Casting Facility located in Dover, New Jersey. Anticipated Pay Range: $120K- 222K per year. *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.Along with your pay, our company provides you with a comprehensive package of benefits that is competitive with other leading companies. Some of our benefits include: Paid vacation each year, based on length of service; 13 paid holidays per year; 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, company may match a percentage of your pre-tax contributions; Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period; Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire; Employee Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Assistance Program; Free fitness center membership; Shift premium.JOB SUMMARYWorks closely with the Manufacturing Managers of assigned business center. Strives to ensure that processes are developed and implemented in support of all customer requirements and plant performance objectives.ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet’s EHS 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.Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.Attend EH&S TrainingJob Roles Accountability and follow-through--interacts within organizational matrix understanding the inherent interdependence of roles and functions; takes ownership of outcomes; acts in the best interest of the team, group, function and enterpriseRigor--continuous focus on repeatable processes at scale; analyzes efforts; recalibrates as needed; considers multiple inputs from multiple stakeholders; exhibits detail orientationTactical agility--inspires team to proactive improvements while maintaining ability to react to issues as they arise; functions well under pressure of production and time expectations; able to manage the tension of speed and specification demands Practical and adaptive thinking--understands organizational capabilities and introduces solutions within existing frameworks while simultaneously adapting to changes, developments in technology and marketplace demands Versatile leadership--technically capable, yet able to detach to gain perspective; deploys resources strategically and works alongside team when necessaryPossibility thinking--proactively challenges the status quo and seeks to solve problems differently than we have in the past; explores the boundaries of technology and current practice; embraces and champions change including automation, smart manufacturing and progress in data gathering and interpretationRelationship-oriented--establishes and maintains connections with team, peers and cross functionally; collaborates and compromises for the good of the enterprise; provides thought partnership; creates and scales best practices across enterprisePrioritization--understands the business and its technical, financial and strategic direction and goals; prioritizes work accordingly and communicates rationale for decisions; advocates for customers within the context of organizational capability and goals; understands the implication of decisions on other facets of the enterpriseCommunication--listens well and takes multiple perspectives into consideration; articulates priorities and future possibilities clearly and frequently; interacts with operators, managers and customers and customizes approach to each stakeholder groupCoach/Mentor/Manager-- formally and informally develops others and contributes to talent factory strategy; provides direction, review, reassurance, encouragement, challenge, recognition on an individual basis; promotes growth and development in associates; inspires risk; continually assesses and reassesses talent and fit to role based on individual and collective performanceResource and expertise deployment--understands where to invest to ensure resolution; solicits and directs the expertise and involvement of others and enables their successCustomer coordination--responds directly to customer inquiries, interfaces with customerInfluence without direct authority--provides justification for decisions and direction; presents a compelling case for needed efforts or change to parties with varying interests and priorities; aligns peers and stakeholders to achieve both tangible and anticipated objectivesJob ResponsibilitiesLead initiatives to achieve product yield improvements, variation reduction, and achieve cost reduction goals related to the manufacture of ceramic cores/partsDirect and manage the activities regarding product tool/part designs and standardsManage the facility’s engineering budgetsManage and direct the New Product Introduction (NPI) initiative ensuring product development in accordance with overall project timelines, budget, and quoted standardsDevelop the overall plant scrap reduction plan and manage the initiatives and actions to meet the scrap targetsWork in conjunction with the Engineering Leadership to achieve plant financial and scrap reduction metrics Report status of scrap reduction initiatives to Plant Manager and leadership as required Direct and participate in the conception, evaluation and implementation of cost improvement, product improvement and production problem solving activitiesCoordinate scrap reduction initiatives with the HRC, Airfoils and Corporate Engineering technical staffEstablish professional working relationship with Engineering Managers and Engineering Team at each casting facility and promote engineering team communication regarding product status and issuesWork directly with engine manufacturer’s engineering team in conjunction with the casting facility’s engineering team to optimize core design and producibility as requiredResponsible for developing the future strategic engineering organizational structure with the Engineering Leadership, Plant Manager, and HRResponsible for creating an environment of engagement and fostering development of Engineering StaffDirect engineering to ensure factory is supported as business dictate on all 3 shiftsManage training development strategies for the Engineering StaffDisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Full timePosting Date: 2026-09-25