At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.
Join a team that supports some of the most exciting industries on the planet—aerospace and space exploration—by keeping our legacy facility running at peak performance. We’re seeking a Facilities/Industrial Engineer who’s ready to be hands-on with our infrastructure, tackle real-world challenges, and drive improvements that directly impact our ability to serve our global customers.
Arconic is seeking a Process Engineer to join our Aluminum Extrusion (AEX) business unit in Lafayette, IN.
Profile: The primary purpose of this role is to be responsible for capital improvements and assisting with production uptime.
Essential Functions: The Process Engineer within AEX requires technical and interpersonal skills essential to teamwork. Major duties include but are not limited to:
Working closely with production and maintenance to upgrade existing equipment, perform repairs, and install new machinery.
Direct resources in problem solving and tool recovery at bottleneck tool centers during unplanned downtime ensuring detailed communication to all stakeholders.
Responsible for technical reporting and communications of KPIs during production to stakeholders including action items to achieve goals
Supporting the day-to-day operations by acting as a resource for skilled trades and contracted services.
General duties for the Process Engineer include but are not limited to:
Providing high-level technical assistance to production/maintenance personal during both planned and unplanned equipment service interruptions, including after-hours or weekends.
Applying root cause problem solving (troubleshooting) techniques to find and eliminate sources of recurring equipment failures through creative, cost-effective solutions.
Working with other plant departments to identify, investigate feasibility, and/or create business cases to acquire funding for capital projects.
Managing capital projects from conception to commissioning, startup, and handover phases, including equipment supplier/contractor selection and BU level procurement interaction.
Developing and maintaining technical documentation (drawings, preventative maintenance procedures, start-up/shutdown procedures, etc.) for new and existing processes and procedures in the assigned work area.
Observing and supporting plant safety goals and initiatives.
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering from an accredited institution
- A minimum of 1 year of experience in a manufacturing/industrial setting
- Troubleshooting experience in an industrial setting
- Proficient in 2D/3D modeling software, AutoCAD/Solidworks, or other applicable modeling software
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). Qualified candidate must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3),or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the relevant government agency. Business demands may require employer to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology,
Preferred Qualifications:
- Lean, Sixth Sigma Back Belt
- 2-10 years of industry experience in a manufacturing environment
- Proven organizational, communication, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills
- Experience managing capital projects
Experience with industrial robots
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 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.
This position is subject to Export Control Law: 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.
United States EEO Statement: Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. 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.
Lafayette Operations in Lafayette, IN is located approximately 60 miles from the states capital, Indianapolis and is the home to Purdue University. Our Lafayette location has been continuously running in Lafayette community since 1938. We are an Aluminum Extrusions plant for Aerospace, Automotive, Industrial and Defense facility.