Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer

Kansas City, MO — On-Site

Engineering / Manufacturing

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 Kansas City, MO. 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 — from optimizing plant layout to building preventative maintenance programs, keeping the facility running efficiently and safely. 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.

Continuous Improvement & Standardization

• Implement continuous improvement through engineering concepts and lean principles to enhance productivity, eliminate waste, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and planning teams to support process improvements and standardization across manufacturing sites
• Develop solutions to complex and unique problems requiring independent judgment and ingenuity to modify procedure standards related to plant layout, design, and construction
• Ensure the LEAN program is properly implemented and maintained across the facility

Equipment & Maintenance Support

• Provide technical support during new equipment installation, commissioning, and testing
• Assist with first-pass troubleshooting, minor repairs, and establishing preventative maintenance programs to keep industrial machinery and equipment running smoothly
• Provide daily technical direction and prioritization to the maintenance team to ensure alignment with production goals and operational efficiency
• Help analyze root causes for manufacturing issues and resolve them

Documentation & Technical Support

• Coordinate with the Facility Manager and teams to maintain quality of all work process systems, and assist in documentation of standard work and training
• Provide technical product assistance when required, supporting project coordination, engineered products, and sales through preparation of documentation such as product-specific engineering submittal drawings and manufacturing procedures
• Ensure documentation and data entry align with quality and standard work

Floor Presence & Safety

• Maintain a strong presence on the production floor, actively engaging in daily manufacturing operations
• Abide by all company safety rules, regulations, and policies
• Attend all assigned safety meetings, toolbox talks, and safety training sessions

• 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 and equipment
• 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.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. 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.

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