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Manufacturing Engineer

Cookeville, TN

Full-Time - Onsite

Manufacturing / Operations

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 a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who thrives on the shop floor and knows how to turn problems into process improvements to join our team in Cookeville, TN. In this role, you'll drive continuous improvement, support equipment and process reliability, and help scale operations through lean principles and standardization. You'll work closely with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to improve productivity, troubleshoot issues, and support new equipment installations. This is not a desk-only role - you'll be actively engaged in daily manufacturing operations, providing technical direction, solving real-time issues, and keeping processes aligned with quality, safety, and performance standards.

• Take part in - or lead - lean manufacturing, 5S, and Facilities Excellence initiatives as assigned
• Learn, run, and program automated and robotic equipment, building and maintaining the programs and files needed to keep it running
• Improve equipment utilization and workflow with a focus on efficiency
• Partner with Quality on root cause analysis and countermeasures for defects
• Pinpoint the top causes of equipment downtime and fix them for good
• Support maintenance with troubleshooting and repairs, build preventive maintenance schedules, and flag critical spare parts
• Pull data from multiple sources into reports that show where manufacturing stands
• Spot opportunities for new technology or equipment, and help justify and implement it
• Create, review, and update quality and production documentation
• Lead or support capital project proposals and management
• Flag safety concerns and help build the fix

• B.S. degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting
• In-depth knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, or other solid modeling software
• Demonstrated ability in process improvement, metric development, and problem-solving
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and analytical approach
• A quick learner who is self-motivated, with the ability to promptly accomplish tasks with minimal supervision
• Willingness to accept assignments of all types, including intermittent travel up to 10%

• Familiarity with a wide range of machinery, mechanical equipment, construction materials, and construction methods
• General knowledge of steel fabrication processes (welding, CNC milling, facing, etc.)
• Familiarity with basic engineering principles and strong mathematical ability

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.

Victaulic does not provide immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, or other work visa sponsorship) for this position. 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.

victaulic.com/careers