Staff Manufacturing Engineer - High-Throughput Magnets

Vulcan Elements; Benson (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Elements, a U.S. manufacturer of American rare-earth permanent magnets, is seeking a Staff Manufacturing Engineer for a massive 1 million square foot facility expansion.

You will own the full lifecycle from design through start-up, translating pilot processes into full-scale, stable production. The role requires deep technical leadership, strong CAD capabilities, and experience in heavy equipment development, vendor management, and commissioning.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in mechanical/equipment engineering or a Master's with 5+ years.
• Strong CAD experience with complex assemblies and validation.
• Track record in heavy equipment design, vendor management, and full-cycle commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation, quote comparison, and vendor selection for advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Own equipment design requirements, vendor performance, scheduling, commissioning, and qualification.
• Develop and optimize processes to improve throughput, quality, and equipment reliability.
• Manage technical schedules, budgets, and deliverables aligned with milestones.
• Provide hands-on support during production startup to stabilize processes.
• Collaborate with R&D to implement new strategies in future lines and ensure safety/compliance.

Skills

CAD design

Vendor management

Commissioning

Process development

PFMEA

Control plans

Electrical diagrams

Pneumatic diagrams

Safety/compliance

Heavy equipment design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software

Electrical schematics

Pneumatic diagrams

Job description

Vulcan Elements, a U.S. manufacturer of American rare-earth permanent magnets, is seeking a Staff Manufacturing Engineer for a massive 1 million square foot facility expansion.

You will own the full lifecycle from design through start-up, translating pilot processes into full-scale, stable production. The role requires deep technical leadership, strong CAD capabilities, and experience in heavy equipment development, vendor management, and commissioning.