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Lead Mechanical Engineer

Orangeburg, SC ยท On-site

$106K - $128K/yr

As the Lead Mechanical Engineer, reporting to the Sr. Maintenance Manager, you will provide ... Be the construction liaison with SI Group, nested, and non-nested contractors to fully implement ...

Manufacturing Engineer

Dubuque, IA

$69K - $88K/yr

RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our ... Develop and improve part nesting and organizational layouts to optimize material and production ...

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Orangeburg, SC ยท On-site

$106K - $128K/yr

As the Lead Mechanical Engineer, reporting to the Sr. Maintenance Manager, you will provide ... Be the construction liaison with SI Group, nested, and non-nested contractors to fully implement ...

$150 - $200/hr

Design and implement reusable patterns using Nest.js, React.js, and TypeScript that enable other engineers to ship high-quality, performant services and interfaces by default. * Take ownership of ...

Laser Programmer

Katy, TX ยท On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Nesting and material utilization * Tool selection and turret configuration * Cutting parameters and sequencing Engineering Interface Work closely with mechanical engineering to: * Review part designs ...

Manufacturing Engineer

Dubuque, IA ยท On-site

$69K - $88K/yr

RFA Engineering (www.rfamec.com) is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our ... Develop and improve part nesting and organizational layouts to optimize material and production ...

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How much do nesting engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for nesting engineer in the United States is $101,752.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nesting engineer?

A Nesting Engineer is responsible for optimizing the arrangement of parts on raw materials, such as metal sheets, to minimize waste and improve manufacturing efficiency. They use specialized CAD/CAM software to generate cutting patterns for CNC machines. This role requires knowledge of manufacturing processes, material properties, and cost optimization. Nesting Engineers work closely with production teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency in fabrication.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a nesting engineer?

Nesting Engineers spend their days preparing and optimizing cutting patterns for sheet metal or other raw materials using advanced CAD/CAM and nesting software. They collaborate closely with production planners, machine operators, and quality assurance teams to ensure that designs are not only efficient but also manufacturable to required specifications. Regular tasks include analyzing job orders, updating project files, troubleshooting design issues, and making real-time adjustments for manufacturing constraints. This role involves both independent technical work and active communication with various departments to keep production running smoothly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the nesting engineer position, and why are they important?

A successful Nesting Engineer needs a strong background in mechanical engineering, CAD/CAM software proficiency, and a solid understanding of manufacturing processes and materials. Familiarity with specialized nesting software such as SigmaNEST, AutoCAD, or TruTops, and often certifications in CAD or sheet metal fabrication are typically required. Attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and effective teamwork abilities help Nesting Engineers excel in optimizing production layouts. These skills ensure efficient material usage, minimize waste, and contribute to streamlined manufacturing operations.

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Infographic showing various Nesting Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,752 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Lead Mechanical Engineer

SI Group

Orangeburg, SC โ€ข On-site

$106K - $128K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


Job description

The Role:ย 

As the Lead Mechanical Engineer, reporting to the Sr. Maintenance Manager, you will provide technical and troubleshooting support to solve acute problems and provide continuous improvement solutions to maximize OEE and ensure safety of operations and maintenance.ย 

How You Will Make an Impact:

Daily Maintenance Support

  • Assess and provides technical and troubleshooting support for needs directly affecting plant operation.

  • Combine knowledge of mechanical principles, mechanical equipment operation and repair, best practices, and troubleshooting.

  • Foster teamwork and prioritizes the safety of all involved during the process.

  • Work collaboratively with vendors, maintenance and operations technicians and their guidance to understand the problem and recommend solutions.


Continuous Improvement Team (CIT) Projects:

  • Balance daily support needs with continuous improvement.

  • Work the prioritized list of improvement projects to develop improvement scopes, orders equipment, writes work notifications and MOC's, clearly communicate the needed work scope to maintenance crews, and provides feedback on progress at CIT meetings.

  • Investigate and recommends new or improved technologies to provide reliable solutions.

  • Provide technical design as applicable for pumping systems and pressure vessel modifications.

Capital Project Management:

  • Provide budgetary scopes, project description and works with PICA to understand project justification for the Project Authorization Form (PAF). Routes PAF for approval.

  • Develop Gantt charts and bid packages, obtains quotes or bids to implement projects, issues and/or approves purchase requisitions, and acts as the construction liaison with SI Group, nested, and non-nested contractors to fully implement project scopes.

  • Be the construction liaison with SI Group, nested, and non-nested contractors to fully implement project scopes.

  • Manage project overall cost and escalate for over- or under-run of project.

  • Update all necessary documentation into database.


On-Call Responsibility:

  • Provide after hour support for high priority processes one week/month.

Creating Extraordinary Starts With:

  • BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Masters preferredย 

  • Minimum of 10 years experience in chemical manufacturing

  • Knowledgeable of ASME Div 8, API-510, API-653, API-570 Codes

  • Strong MS-Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Maintenance Connection skills

  • Experience with software pertaining to fluid flow, pressure vessels, or pipe stress analysis a plus

Essential Solutions with Extraordinary Results

SI Group is a global leader in the innovative technology of performance additives, process solutions, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and chemical intermediates.ย Our solutions are essential to many diverse industries and applications, creating extraordinary results. We drive value by enhancing the quality, performance, and durability of countless items we use every day.ย 

We are on a journey to captivate our customers at every level. Whether that means expanding our capabilities, global reach, or providing new innovations and technologies that create value. Our approach is customized to exceed customer needs and deliver superior performance.