Manufacturing Engineer

Position Overview

This position is onsite in ourMcMinnville, TNlocation. At Victaulic, we are innovators in mechanical piping solutions with over a century of success. In this role as a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll bring ideas to life by transforming technical specifications and customer requirements into engineered products that make a difference on real-world projects. This is the perfect opportunity for an early-career engineer who thrives on variety, values precision, and loves solving meaningful challenges with lean manufacturing principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Review engineering drawings and job specifications to develop product designs that meet project and contract requirements.
• Create and maintain bills of materials and detailed production drawings for manufacturing.
• Conduct engineering calculations to ensure product integrity and safety.
• Analyze technical specifications and prepare accurate quotes for custom-engineered products.
• Build and improve design tools, spreadsheets, and estimating software.
• Process work orders and generate documentation using ERP systems (like BPCS).
• Perform cost analysis and deliver detailed cost estimates for custom product solutions.
• Design and configure production work centers to support resource planning and efficient workflow.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Apply lean and continuous improvement techniques to boost productivity, eliminate waste, and uphold safety and quality.
• Troubleshoot designs, support preventive maintenance planning, and assist with equipment-related problem solving.
• Support sales and project coordination teams by preparing engineering submittals, technical documentation, and product assistance.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• 0–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role.
• Strong understanding of fundamental engineering principles, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows environments.
• Hands-on experience with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and a fast learner.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with AWWA, ASTM, or ASME codes.
• Knowledge of steel fabrication techniques.
• Experience with database tools like QlikView.

Benefits & Perks

• Work That Matters – Your designs will support hospitals, energy grids, clean water infrastructure, and more.
• Growth Opportunities – Benefit from on-the-job training and clear internal career paths.
• Collaborative Culture – Work closely with talented engineers, planners, and production teams.
• Cutting-Edge Tools – Utilize advanced CAD software and digital tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, QlikView) to enhance your work.
• Stability with Innovation – Join a company with over 100 years of continuous evolution.
• Comprehensive Benefits– Enjoy a competitive salary, healthcare, retirement plans, PTO, and more.