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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Howmet Aerospace
- **Location:** Kingston, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $125,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Computer Programming, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5887179610

## About the Role

* Minimum Bachelor's degree. Preferably in Mechanical Engineering., * Minimum five (5) years of experience in an engineering role;
 * Working knowledge of CAD and computer technology;
 * Working knowledge of FEA software;
 * Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic systems:
 * Project management skills - leading development and standardization of hydraulic power units;
 * 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 is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience with motor control circuits;
 * Experience with PLC programming;
 * Experience programming in C;
 * Experience in a manufacturing environment;
 * Experience with international business.

## Description

Role and Responsibilities:

 * Create drawings and working layouts of proposed designs;
 * Performs analysis of forces, stresses, dynamics and critical performance parameters;
 * Follows up drafting, detailing, prototype manufacture and performance evaluation as assigned;
 * Participates in project reviews as needed to evaluate progress or investigate project problems;
 * Maintains Engineering documentation in accordance with specified standards;
 * Cooperates with Sales Personnel, System Specialists and other field and Divisional Personnel as needed;
 * Support cost saving activities through design or process changes;
 * Performs other related tasks as assigned;
 * Ensure that all work activities are performed in accordance with established safety and environmental standards.