At AMERICAN Cast Iron Pipe Company, we're proud to manufacture some of the most critical products in waterworks, energy, and infrastructure, including ductile iron and spiral-weld pipe. We're looking for a hands-on Electrical Manufacturing Engineer to help drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations.
If you enjoy solving real-world problems, working directly in a manufacturing environment, and seeing the results of your work on the shop floor, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding and impactful career.
What You'll Do
- Provide technical support to manufacturing teams to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost control.
- Monitor and analyze production processes using data-driven tools such as Statistical Process Control (SPC).
- Identify issues, evaluate root causes, and develop practical solutions to improve manufacturing performance.
- Design new systems, equipment, tooling, and process improvements; support retrofits and upgrades.
- Analyze process and material test data and document improvements using structured problem-solving methods.
- Work closely with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, Technical Services, and Product Development teams.
- Assist with employee training on procedures, equipment, quality systems, and safety practices.
- Participate in internal and external audits and support quality management system compliance.
- Serve in a supervisory or leadership capacity when needed and mentor others through training and technical guidance.
- Lead or participate in Operational Excellence, Safety, and Quality initiatives.
- Support Manufacturing Execution System (MES) projects and other manufacturing technologies as assigned.
- Interpret maintenance data (CMMS) to recommend preventative measures and reduce downtime.
- Evaluate, specify, and help implement new equipment, tools, and automated systems.
- Work directly with vendors and suppliers to explore innovations and control costs.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Comfort working in an industrial manufacturing environment
- Willingness to be a hands-on, shop-floor-oriented engineer
- Proficiency with standard software tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Ability to read technical drawings, specifications, and measuring instruments
- Flexibility to work occasional extended hours, weekends, or travel as needed
- Valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with PLCs, automation, robotics, CAD, or control systems
- Background in electrical systems, machine shops, tooling, IT, or maintenance
- Graduate education, professional certifications, or Professional Engineering (PE) license
- Leadership or project management experience in a manufacturing setting
AMERICAN Benefits:
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus Plan
- Eagan Center for Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Supplemental Vision
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
About AMERICAN:
Founded in Birmingham, Alabama in 1905, AMERICAN is a manufacturer of fire hydrants, valves, ductile iron and spiral-welded steel pipe for the waterworks industry, and high-frequency-welded steel pipe for the oil and natural gas industries. AMERICAN's diversified product line also includes fire pumps, structural casing and piling, castings for waterworks products and large machinery, and specialty rubber products. For more than a century, AMERICAN has been committed to doing things The Right Way by applying the Golden Rule in life and in business, always exceeding customer expectations, by empowering and supporting our team members, and by being a good neighbor in our communities.
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