Manufacturing Engineer at Virginia Transformer Corp Manufacturing Engineer at Virginia Transformer Corp in Rincon, Georgia Posted in 1 day ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
Manufacturing Engineer Location:
Rincon, GA Department:
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Manufacturing Engineering Manager 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. Apply below and let's start the conversation. 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 thrill 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 Rincon, GA facility plays a key role in manufacturing world-class transformer solutions that power industries across North America. Position Summary Virginia Transformer is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations and continuous improvement initiatives at our Rincon, GA manufacturing facility. This role will partner closely with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve manufacturing processes, drive efficiency, reduce waste, and support high-quality transformer production. We are open to candidates ranging from recent engineering graduates to experienced manufacturing engineers with up to 10 years of experience. This is a hands-on manufacturing floor role with strong growth potential. Responsibilities Support daily manufacturing operations and troubleshoot production-related issues Develop and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and workflows Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, throughput, and cost reduction Collaborate with production teams to improve efficiency and eliminate bottlenecks Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing and quality issues Support implementation of Lean Manufacturing and process improvement activities Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process standards Analyze production data and identify opportunities for operational improvement Work closely with design engineering to support manufacturability and process optimization Participate in capital equipment and facility improvement projects Support new product introduction and process validation activities Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company standards Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline 2-10 years of manufacturing engineering experience preferred Recent graduates with strong internships, co-op experience, or manufacturing exposure will be considered Experience in manufacturing, industrial, heavy equipment, electrical equipment, metals, fabrication, or related industries preferred Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Ability to work cross-functionally with production and engineering teams Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard engineering software tools Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience is a plus Strong communication and organizational skills Additional Information This is an onsite position based in Rincon, GA 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 large-scale manufacturing and engineering operations Collaborative and highly visible engineering environment Opportunity to make a direct impact on production and operational success
