Arconic is currently in search of
Casting Engineer Technical Specialist to join our
Casting Technology Team based in
North America.
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.
Job Summary:
This role will serve as the corporate expert in all molten metal processes—including casting, melting, and recycling—across the global network of conventional and aluminum-lithium casthouses. The individual will be responsible for developing and implementing best practices in these areas by benchmarking both internal and external casting operations and staying current with emerging technologies in the market. As the principal troubleshooter, they will address complex problems that cannot be resolved by local resources or that have a system-wide impact on casthouse operations. Additionally, the role includes responsibility for training and developing both operators and technologists, with the goal of building a lasting legacy of expertise within the casting discipline.
In this role, you will:- Drive process efficiencies through lowering costs and improving quality. This is done through teaming with various plant and corporate resources and using standardize problem solving tools
- Organizing, leading and facilitating cross-functional R&D initiatives for Rolled Products in the casting and melting/recycling areas.
- Training and upskilling plant engineers to improve their ability to provide support in their home casthouses.
- Improve ingot casting recovery at our three Rolled Products North America locations by helping with practice development and consistency
- Educate casthouse operators and engineering personnel on ingot casting best practices
- Support organic improvements in casthouse capacity beyond just recovery, including improving set up times and workflow around the ingot pit
- Drive best metal quality practices to ensure a consistent, suitable product out of the ingot plant
- Use available casting/recovery data systems to drive the biggest impact in improving casthouse productivity
Also note:- Travel required 25-50% of the time. At times, international travel may be required.
- Relocation packages are available for this position.
- You may be based in Alcoa, TN, Davenport, IA or Lancaster, PA for this role. On-site work is required.
You have: (required) - Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Ceramics, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 5 years of related experience in a Metallurgical or Materials Science capacity
- 2 years of molten metal process experience, including slab casting and melting/recycling technologies
- 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.
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Ceramics, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 7 years of molten metal process experience, including slab casting and melting/recycling technologies
- Aluminum experience
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 markets. 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.
