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Electrical Controls Technician (Off-Shift) - Core Plant

Howmet Aerospace

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Whitehall, MI
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Associate's degree

Job overview

Howmet Aerospace is hiring an Electrical Controls Technician (Off-Shift) - Core Plant. Howmet Aerospace seeks an off‑shift Electrical Controls Technician to join its Plant Engineering team in Whitehall, Michigan. The role supports maintenance of facility equipment and manufacturing processes, implements equipment upgrade projects, coordinates plant rearrangements, assists with selection, procurement and installation of new machinery, and serves as a technical resource for skilled trades and contractors during day‑to‑day operations.

Key focus areas include Perform maintenance of facility equipment and manufacturing processes, Implement projects to upgrade existing equipment and systems, and Coordinate and support plant rearrangements.

Preferred (not required): PLC Programming, HMI Programming, Allen Bradley PLC, and RSLogix5000.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PLC ProgrammingHMI ProgrammingAllen Bradley PLCRSLogix5000Electrical Distribution Systems for Voltage Below 600VAutoCADCommunicationPC SkillsAnalytical SkillsIndustrial RobotsMotomanNECNFPA 70ENFPA 79Casting TechnologiesInduction Melting SystemsIndustrial Vacuum SystemsWonderwareIntellution SCADA Software Integration

Qualifications

Associate Degree in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, Mechatronics or 10+ Years Experience in Equipment Build/Maintenance and PLC Control Systems3+ Years Experience in Equipment Build/Maintenance or Manufacturing EnvironmentLegally Authorized to Work in the United States

Full job description

This off-shift Electrical Controls Technician position will be part of a Plant Engineering team that is responsible for maintenance of the facility and equipment including all manufacturing processes in the Core Plant in Whitehall, MI. This group is responsible for the implementation of projects to upgrade existing equipment and systems, coordinates and supports plant rearrangements and assists in the selection, procurement and installation of new equipment to support changes in our manufacturing process. This group also supports the day-to-day operations by acting as a resource for skilled trades and contracted services.

Required Qualifications:

  • Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, Mechatronics and minimum of 3 years of experience in an equipment build/maintenance or manufacturing environment OR minimum of 10 years of experience in equipment build/maintenance and PLC control systems.

  • 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

  • PLC programming experience.

  • HMI programming experience.

  • Experience with Allen Bradley PLC & RSLogix5000.

  • Knowledge of Electrical distribution systems for voltage below 600V

  • Proficient user of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical.

  • Good verbal and written communication skills, PC and analytical skills.

  • Experience with industrial robots, Motoman or other.

  • Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E and NFPA 79.

  • Previous experience with casting technologies including induction melting systems.

  • Functional understanding of industrial vacuum systems.

  • Experience with Wonderware or intellution SCADA software integration

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 (https://www.linkedin.com/company/howmet-aerospace) , Twitter (https://twitter.com/howmetaerospace) , Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/howmetaerospace/) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Howmetaerospace/) , and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/howmetaerospace) .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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