Manufacturing / Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer

Workplace Type: On-Site

Job Shift: 1st

Brand: Ryerson

As a leading provider of industrial and OEM metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

Ryerson is looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer to drive process improvements and automation within our warehouse and manufacturing operations. In this role, you'll develop manufacturing solutions, enhance welding processes, and implement technologies that improve safety, quality, and productivity. We're seeking a problem solver who enjoys working on the production floor and collaborating with teams to make an impact.
Review customer prints, specifications, and project requirements to determine optimal manufacturing methods
Develop and improve fabrication, welding, assembly, and material handling processes
Create standardized work instructions and manufacturing procedures
Lead the development and optimization of orbital welding processes
Evaluate and implement automation technologies that improve weld quality, consistency, and throughput
Design and improve welding fixtures, jigs, and workholding systems
Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies throughout warehouse and manufacturing operations
Implement process improvements that reduce labor hours, improve quality, and increase throughput
Work with vendors and suppliers to specify, source, and implement equipment
Assist with equipment commissioning, testing, and operator training
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Welding Engineering, or related field; 5+ years of manufacturing, automation, or process engineering experience

• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and fabrication specifications
• Strong understanding of welding and fabrication processes
• Experience with orbital welding systems and the design of fixtures, tooling, and workholding systems (preferred)
• CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar)
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, and pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, or any other federal, state or local protected class or artificial barrier.