Mechanical Engineer - Rolling

Arconic is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Hot Rolling Department at our Davenport, IA location.

This Mechanical Engineer will provide services to the Hot Rolling department to safely meet Arconic’s business plan for engineering, production, maintenance, and quality standards. You will serve as a critical team member to optimize the safety, efficiency, output, and quality of our plant infrastructure and manufacturing processes. This position is responsible for mechanical system integration for assigned area projects to create, sustain, or improve manufacturing infrastructure, equipment, and processes.

The role is self‑directed and collaborative across engineering, technical staff, maintenance, and production teams. The Mechanical Engineer reports to the Lead Engineer and will work Monday through Friday during daytime hours, supporting off‑shifts as needed for projects.

• Utilize project management tools for the successful implementation of both sustaining and new capital improvement projects.
• Coordinate all phases of assigned area mechanical engineering projects from concept, scope development, written specifications, project safety reviews, bid solicitations, design, manufacturing, equipment commissioning, and project closure.
• Manage external vendors and contractors who provide design, material, installation, and other support functions.
• Focus on tactical projects in the areas of safety, infrastructure reliability, training, and production.
• Lead and support the execution of problem‑solving efforts related to process and machine improvements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Agricultural Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work and interact at all levels of an organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management programs.
• 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.

• 3 years of engineering experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• 1 year or more experience with an aluminum rolling mill or related technology.
• Experience interpreting and controlling mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, or utility systems for machine understanding and performing improvement modifications.
• Experience developing and implementing mechanical engineering project work.

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.