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Howmet Aerospace · 2 weeks ago

Tooling Manufacturing Engineer

Fullerton, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$74K/yr - $115K/yr

3+ years exp

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Tooling and Manufacturing Engineer II is responsible for supporting production by designing and implementing tooling and manufacturing processes, focusing on cold stamping and forming of specialty materials while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

AerospaceManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Conduct process control studies to create optimal process parameters translating to standard and rework procedures for production/processing methods and controls

Conduct process capability studies on machines, gauges, and human factors

Continuously search for methods and techniques to reduce effort required to set up machines and improve tooling efficiency

Design and develop tooling, die designs, and progressions for cold stamping and forming of sheet metal from specialty materials such as Stainless Steel (A286)

Review and analyze blueprints, product drawings, specifications, and proposals to develop press and forming tooling

Create and maintain design drawings, bill of materials, technical specifications, and related engineering documentation for all tooling used in forming processes

Utilize 3D modeling and drafting software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks for creation of assembly and detailed design drawings

Analyze part progressions using simulation software (e.g., DEFORM) to refine forming process design

Identify quality assurance needs such as tolerance requirements, surface finish, and material microstructure

Work with tool room machinists and operators for prototype tooling fabrication, testing, evaluation, and validation

Integrate resources in the manufacturing environment and interface with upstream/downstream process experts (e.g., tool room, heat treat, threading)

Recommend and implement improvements or modifications in sequence of operations, equipment utilization, and related matters

Monitor assigned operations to assure compliance with approved methods and quality/safety standards

Provide input for manufacturing tooling, fixture, and machine design emphasis

Investigate and resolve work-in-process problems and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations departments

Assist with the dispositioning of work when required through the quality management system

Provide manufacturing support including weekend and second shift coverage at month end. Working hours may exceed a 40-hour week as required

Work safely by adhering to relevant EH&S procedures and proper use of PPE

Keep work area clean, safe, and in an orderly fashion daily

Perform other tasks of equal or less skill as required

Qualification

Tooling designLean ManufacturingCAD softwareGD&T proficiencyMaterial scienceStatistical analysisMicrosoft OfficeERP systemsBlueprint readingDocumentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution

Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing and tooling design

Experience with Microsoft Office products

Experience working with ERP systems, preferably Syteline, Oracle, or QAD

Experience in CAD software, preferably good working level in SolidWorks

Knowledgeable in blueprint reading and GD&T requirements and standard inspection methods

Knowledge of material science and stress/strain analysis desirable

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