Project Engineer

Job Description

Position Title: Mechatronics Engineer

Summary: Victaulic is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to support the development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automated manufacturing equipment and tooling. This is a hands-on opportunity to work across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems while helping drive reliability, safety, and efficiency in a global manufacturing environment. Victaulic is a global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions with a long history of innovation, manufacturing excellence, and customer-focused problem solving. We help build and support critical infrastructure around the world through advanced products, engineering expertise, and a strong commitment to quality.

Responsibilities:

• Support development and sustaining engineering of automated manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Maintain and troubleshoot PLC programs, control systems, and HMI interfaces.
• Design and support tooling, test equipment, and production fixtures.
• Manage vendor-supplied automation equipment including specification, procurement, and qualification.
• Maintain electrical and mechanical documentation including schematics, BOMs, and revisions.
• Support manufacturing operations with troubleshooting, process improvements, and equipment uptime.
• Ensure compliance with global safety and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with testing and certification bodies for product and equipment approvals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or 3+ years of relevant technical experience.
• Experience with automated machinery, industrial controls, or manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical systems and control panel design.
• Familiarity with PLC programming, HMI systems, and automation troubleshooting.
• Understanding of global machinery safety standards and compliance requirements.
• Ability to read and create electrical schematics and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred).
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Travel and Physical Requirements
• Approximately 10% domestic and international travel required.
• Ability to lift within nationally approved EHS limits.
• Ability to work in manufacturing and industrial environments.
• Valid driver's license with no restrictions.

EEO Statement

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 any other legally protected status.

Victaulic Staffing Partner Communication Policy

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, the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume, or a permanent ban on future business. This policy ensures a streamlined and compliant recruitment process.