Manufacturing/Industrial Engineer

Virginia Transformer Corp; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Transformer Corp in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations and lead continuous improvement initiatives on the manufacturing floor. You will standardize ME/IE processes, optimize workstation layouts, and drive productivity with cross-functional teams including Design Engineering to meet World Class Manufacturing priorities.

The role demands strong hands-on problem solving, a background in mechanical or industrial engineering, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline.
• 10–12 years of manufacturing or industrial engineering experience preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, heavy industrial equipment, electrical equipment, metals, fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, or related industries is preferred.
• Experience with process improvement, manufacturing layouts, workstation design, material flow, or industrial engineering principles is preferred.
• Strong hands-on problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Comfortable spending significant time on the manufacturing floor.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard engineering software tools.
• CAD experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar software is a plus.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, standard work, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and project execution skills.

Responsibilities

• Support daily manufacturing operations and troubleshoot production-related issues.
• Develop, standardize, and improve Manufacturing Engineering and Industrial Engineering processes.
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, work methods, and workflows.
• Redesign and optimize workstations and production layouts to improve safety, ergonomics, productivity, quality, and flow.
• Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks, wasted motion, unnecessary handling, and process inefficiencies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, throughput, delivery, and cost reduction.
• Work directly with production teams to improve productivity and streamline manufacturing flow.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for manufacturing and quality issues.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, standard work, and continuous improvement activities.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, process standards, and standard work.
• Analyze production data and manufacturing KPIs to identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, capacity analysis, and process observations.
• Work closely with Design Engineering to improve manufacturability and optimize production processes.
• Participate in capital equipment, tooling, automation, and facility improvement projects.
• Support new product introduction and process validation activities.
• Support and align manufacturing improvements with World Class Manufacturing priorities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, quality, and company standards.

Skills

Hands-on problem-solving

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Department: Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering

Reports To: Manufacturing Engineering

Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us because this journey isn’t for everyone. If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America. For over 50 years, we’ve built a reputation for engineering excellence, premium-quality products, and some of the shortest lead times in the industry.

With more than 5,800 employees across multiple manufacturing locations, we remain privately held and continue to operate with the nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity that drive our success.

Join Our Team

If you love the challenge of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling critical infrastructure growth, and supporting the rapidly expanding Data Center, Utility, and Industrial markets — this is the place for you.

Our Roanoke, VA manufacturing operation plays a critical role in producing world-class transformer solutions that power industries and infrastructure across North America.

Position Summary

Virginia Transformer is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations and continuous improvement initiatives at our Roanoke, VA manufacturing facility.

This is a hands-on manufacturing floor role responsible for improving manufacturing processes, productivity, quality, workflow, workstation design, and overall operational performance.

The Manufacturing Engineer will partner closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Industrial Engineering, and Design Engineering to standardize M.E./I.E. processes, optimize workstation layouts, streamline manufacturing flow, improve productivity and quality, and support World Class Manufacturing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support daily manufacturing operations and troubleshoot production-related issues.
• Develop, standardize, and improve Manufacturing Engineering and Industrial Engineering processes.
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, work methods, and workflows.
• Redesign and optimize workstations and production layouts to improve safety, ergonomics, productivity, quality, and manufacturing flow.
• Identify and eliminate production bottlenecks, wasted motion, unnecessary handling, and process inefficiencies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, throughput, delivery, and cost reduction.
• Work directly with production teams to improve productivity and streamline manufacturing flow.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for manufacturing and quality issues.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, standard work, and continuous improvement activities.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, process standards, and standard work.
• Analyze production data and manufacturing KPIs to identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, capacity analysis, and process observations as needed.
• Work closely with Design Engineering to improve manufacturability and optimize production processes.
• Participate in capital equipment, tooling, automation, and facility improvement projects.
• Support new product introduction and process validation activities.
• Support and align manufacturing improvements with World Class Manufacturing priorities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, quality, and company standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 10-12 years of manufacturing or industrial engineering experience preferred.
• Recent graduates with strong internships, co-op experience, or hands-on manufacturing exposure will be considered.
• Experience in manufacturing, heavy industrial equipment, electrical equipment, metals, fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, or related industries preferred.
• Experience with process improvement, manufacturing layouts, workstation design, material flow, or industrial engineering principles is preferred.
• Strong hands‑on problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Comfortable spending significant time on the manufacturing floor.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard engineering software tools.
• CAD experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar software is a plus.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, standard work, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and project execution skills.

Additional Information

• This is an onsite position based in Roanoke, VA.
• Hands‑on manufacturing floor involvement is expected.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
• No current or future visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Why Virginia Transformer?

• Industry‑leading growth and long‑term stability
• Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure supporting the U.S. power grid
• Fast‑paced environment with strong career advancement potential
• Exposure to complex, large‑scale manufacturing and engineering operations
• Collaborative and highly visible engineering environment
• Direct interaction with production and manufacturing leadership
• Opportunity to implement improvements and see measurable results on the manufacturing floor
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on productivity, quality, flow, and operational success