Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer

Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer

Position Snapshot
Responsible for supporting and improving production operations through engineering analysis, process optimization, and equipment development. This role ensures that manufacturing processes are efficient, reliable, safe, and aligned with organizational quality standards. The position works closely with Production, Quality, and Maintenance, to drive continuous improvement and support operational goals.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship and requires being located in the US and eligibility to work in the US.

This position requires up to 50% travel to Insteel Wire Products manufacturing facilities in Arizona, Texas, Tennessee, Missouri, Kentucky, Florida, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania, with frequent air travel. To ensure timely plant support, the ideal candidate will reside near an existing Insteel facility; relocation assistance may be available for a highly qualified candidate who meets all role requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
An individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily.

• Provide technical support to production teams, including troubleshooting equipment and process issues.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to improve equipment reliability and support preventive maintenance initiatives.
• Develop, evaluate, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve productivity, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Design and implement production tooling, fixtures, and equipment to support manufacturing operations.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for process deviations or equipment failures.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) by developing process flows, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
• Maintain and update engineering documentation, including process sheets, control plans, and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, and other continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements in all manufacturing processes.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, assembly, welding,
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo).
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and tolerance analysis.
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, cross functional environment.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high volume or automated manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with PLCs, robotics, or industrial automation systems.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured improvement methodologies.

Key Competencies

• Technical problem solving
• Process improvement mindset
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Project management
• Safety and quality focus

For your hard work, you receive:

• Competitive base pay with bonus eligibility based on company performance
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.

About the Company:

Insteel Industries is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers. Learn more at insteel.com/careers.

Fraud Prevention Notice:

Please note that Insteel Industries will never ask applicants to purchase equipment, send money, or provide payment information at any point in the hiring process. We may request certain personal information only after an official offer has been extended and the background check and drug screen have been successfully completed. If you receive a request for sensitive information or payment before these steps, it is not from our company. To protect yourself, please report any suspicious activity to our HR team by calling us at (336) 786-2141.