Manufacturing Engineer

Victaulic Company; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Victaulic seeks a Production Engineer to lead engineering projects from concept to completion, including equipment acquisitions, facility expansions, and process improvements. You will apply LEAN principles, perform data-driven problem solving, and collaborate cross-functionally across sites.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of manufacturing engineering experience and strong skills in AutoCAD, Revit, and SolidWorks. Expect travel up to 10% and engagement across multiple facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, mechanical, or industrial engineering.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing/industrial setting.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and SolidWorks is required.
• Strong problem-solving, process improvement, and metric development abilities.
• Familiarity with machinery, automation, and fabrication processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage engineering projects from concept through completion.
• Coordinate with project managers, facility engineers, and designers to define requirements.
• Develop and maintain facility layouts and engineering documentation.
• Manage external vendors and contractors throughout project lifecycles.
• Prepare project budgets and schedules and report progress to managers.
• Lead the implementation of new equipment/technology in manufacturing processes.
• Apply LEAN principles to optimize layouts and processes.
• Support safe, compliant operations across sites and projects.

Skills

Verbal/written communication

Detail oriented

Analytical

Self-motivated

Quick learner

Education

B.S. in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Solidworks

Job description

Job Description

Job Description Position Summary: Victaulic is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions a privately held company with over a century of innovation, and products trusted in more than 140 countries. We are looking for a Production Engineer to lead engineering projects from concept through completion, including equipment acquisitions, facility expansions, and manufacturing process improvements. If you thrive in a hands‑on environment where you can drive real impact through LEAN principles, cross‑functional collaboration, and data‑driven problem‑solving, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage engineering projects from concept through completion.
• This includes projects ranging from new equipment acquisitions to facility construction/expansion.
• Collaborate with other project managers, facility engineers, and designers to define project requirements.
• Develop and maintain facility layouts and engineering documentation (Equipment drawing approvals, etc.).
• Manage external vendors & contractors effectively throughout the lifespan of a project.
• Develop project justification studies utilizing real‑life manufacturing data from programs like Qliksense.
• Act as the primary contact for facility projects and prepare project budgets & schedules.
• Assist Engineering Manager to prepare project status reports on a regular basis.
• Lead and self‑manage the implementation of new equipment/technology into current manufacturing processes.
• This includes the introduction of new manufacturing facilities, suppliers, or distribution locations to the existing supply chain.
• Apply engineering concepts for the optimization of equipment, procedures, and departmental budgets to achieve better maintainability, reliability, and availability of equipment.
• Develop solutions to a variety of complex and unique problems that require independent judgement and ingenuity to modify procedure standards related to plant layout, design, and construction.
• Provide technical support during new equipment installation, commissioning, and testing phases.
• Coordinate with the Facility Manager and teams to maintain quality of all work process systems and assist in documentation of standard work and training.
• Utilize LEAN knowledge to ensure efficient facility and/or equipment layouts.
• Help analyze root causes for manufacturing issues and resolve.
• Provide technical product assistance when required.
• Support project coordination/engineered products/sales departments when needed.
• Abide by all company safety rules, regulations, and policies.
• Responsible for attending all assigned safety meetings, toolbox talks, and safety training sessions.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 3-5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• In‑depth knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Solidworks, or other solid modeling software is required.
• Demonstrated ability in process improvement, metric development, and problem‑solving is required.
• Familiarity with all types of machinery, mechanical equipment, automation, types of construction methods, and construction equipment is preferred.
• General knowledge of steel fabrication processes (Welding, CNC milling, facing, etc.) is preferred.
• Familiarity with basic engineering principles and strong mathematical ability is preferred.
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented and analytical.
• Quick learner and self‑motivated; possess ability to promptly accomplish tasks with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with database management would be beneficial.
• Work between 3 local sites.
• Additional travel could be up to 10%.

EEO Statement

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 any other legally protected status.

Victaulic Staffing Partner Communication Policy

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, the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume, or a permanent ban on future business. This policy ensures a streamlined and compliant recruitment process.

Company Culture

Victaulic is a leader in pipe joining solutions, with over 5,500 employees involved in some of the most prestigious construction projects worldwide. From the Hoover Dam to Bird’s Nest National Olympic Stadium in Beijing, Victaulic is there—increasing stability and sustainability wherever we go. While working for a fast‑growing global leader is attractive, most Victaulic employees feel our best attributes are what we do for our people. This means doing things like building from within, sticking to our word, taking care of each other, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching. This blend of extraordinary opportunity and genuine caring is why so many people choose to build their lives and careers with us.