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Engineering Manager

Justin, TX - On-Site

Engineering / Manufacturing

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Victaulic, headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers, site owners and contractors. Since 1919, our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. With over 6,000 employees spanning 50+ locations worldwide, our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise that address real-world challenges across a wide range of industries.

Our sustainable solutions, made from high quality, graded scrap steel, promote circular construction by making piping systems infinitely reconfigured and minimizing environmental impact. Today, our high-quality products are used in more than 140 countries, supporting some of the world's most critical and prestigious structures.

At Victaulic, we're committed to constructing a better world for and with our people.

Let's Build a Better World Together.

Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars:

• We build from within.
• We stand behind our people.
• We foster an environment for constant learning.
• We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world.

We're looking for an Engineering Manager at our Justin, TX facility to lead and develop manufacturing and project engineers, improving how work gets done across Victaulic operations. In this role, you'll drive safer, more efficient, and more scalable fabrication and assembly processes by partnering closely with Operations, Quality, Safety, and Maintenance teams. You'll own engineering standards, capital projects, and continuous improvement efforts - turning complex manufacturing challenges into practical, repeatable solutions that support production, growth, and long-term reliability.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop project and manufacturing engineers across multiple facilities
• Establish consistent engineering expectations, performance standards, and development plans

Capital Projects & Process Improvement

• Oversee engineering projects from concept through completion, including new equipment purchases, facility construction, and expansions
• Develop, standardize, and continuously improve fabrication and assembly processes - including cutting, forming, welding, and material handling - to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality
• Identify waste, bottlenecks, and inefficiencies; implement Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma methodologies to improve throughput and reduce costs
• Evaluate equipment needs and support capital justification, selection, and implementation of new machinery and automation
• Drive improvements in takt time, labor utilization, workflow layouts, and production planning methods
• Develop and manage capital budgets across multiple facilities

Compliance, Reporting & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Ensure all engineering projects and facilities comply with environmental and safety requirements
• Prepare and present regular project and facility status reports
• Partner daily with operations, quality, and safety teams to support production efficiency
• Lead preventive maintenance engineering efforts and partner with maintenance teams on equipment reliability initiatives

Technical Problem-Solving & Support

• Develop solutions to complex engineering challenges requiring independent judgment, creativity, and adaptation of standards for plant layout, design, and construction
• Analyze and resolve root causes of manufacturing issues
• Provide technical product support as needed, assisting project coordination, engineered products, and sales teams

Safety

• Adhere to all company safety rules, regulations, and policies
• Attend all assigned safety meetings, toolbox talks, and training sessions

• B.S. in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
• 7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, including 5+ years in a leadership role
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, or other solid modeling software
• Demonstrated strength in process improvement, metric development, and problem-solving
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and the Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Willingness to take on a wide variety of assignments, including intermittent travel up to 20%

• Familiarity with a broad range of machinery, automation, mechanical equipment, and construction methods
• General knowledge of steel fabrication processes (welding, CNC milling, facing, etc.)
• Strong understanding of advanced engineering principles and solid mathematical aptitude

Build A Better Career

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
• Career development programs and internal promotion pathways-we build from within
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities

Build A Better Future

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plans with company match
• Life insurance and disability coverage

Build A Better You

• Paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements where applicable
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and wellness resources
• Inclusive, team-oriented culture where people look out for one another

Build A Better World

Join a company whose products contribute to a safer, more sustainable built environment every day.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer-sponsored immigration support now or in the future.

Victaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic data, or other legally protected status. Background checks may be required as part of our pre-employment process.

All staffing agencies are strictly forbidden from directly contacting any Victaulic employees, except those within the Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. All communications, inquiries and candidate submissions must be routed through Victaulic's Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. Non-compliance with this policy may result in the suspension of partnership, cancellation of the current contract, and/or the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume. Additionally, non-compliance may lead to a permanent ban on future business. This policy ensures a streamlined and compliant recruitment process.

Let's Build a Better World Together.

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