Manufacturing Engineer
This position is onsite in our McMinnville, TN location. At Victaulic, we're not just a manufacturer—we're innovators in mechanical piping solutions with over a century of success. Our products power the most demanding infrastructure, from data centers and high-rises to power plants and shipyards. If you're an early-career engineer with a passion for designing solutions that actually get built, we want to hear from you.
As a Manufacturing Engineer based in McMinnville, TN, you'll bring ideas to life—transforming technical specs and customer requirements into engineered products that make a difference on real-world projects. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on variety, values precision, and enjoys solving meaningful challenges through smart design and lean manufacturing principles.
What You'll Do
- Review engineering drawings and job specs 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 specs and capabilities to 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.
What You Bring
- B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
- 0–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role.
- Strong understanding of basic 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.
- Bonus if you're familiar with:
- AWWA, ASTM, or ASME codes
- Steel fabrication techniques
- Database tools like QlikView
Why You'll Love Working at Victaulic
Work That Matters – Your designs will go into systems supporting hospitals, energy grids, clean water infrastructure, and more. Growth Opportunities – From on-the-job training to internal career paths, we invest in your development. Collaborative Culture – Work closely with talented engineers, planners, and production teams. Cutting-Edge Tools – Use advanced CAD software and digital tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, QlikView) to streamline and enhance your work. Stability with Innovation – Be part of a company that's been around for over 100 years but never stops evolving. Comprehensive Benefits – Competitive salary, healthcare, retirement plans, PTO, and more.
Ready to engineer smarter, faster, better systems? Apply now and join a company that builds with purpose.
This position is NOT eligible for visa sponsorship.
EEO Statement: Victaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.