About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer II (Weld & Fabrication focus) to support on-site production in Mount Vernon, MS. In this role you will support manufacturing process design, implementation, testing, and continuous improvement for welded parts, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.

• Develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing methods, operation sequences, and processes for parts and assemblies
• Design production operation sequences, tooling, and equipment adaptations
• Conduct tests throughout production to control variables and troubleshoot manufacturing issues of moderate scope
• Collaborate with product design engineering to ensure manufacturability and proper use of equipment and techniques
• Estimate manufacturing costs and establish time standards
• Ensure production processes comply with relevant regulations and specifications (including MIL-Standards where applicable)
• Maintain records and documentation of manufacturing operations and implemented solutions
• Preserve confidentiality of sensitive information and support company compliance requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned; work extended hours as required

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Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
• 0–2 years of manufacturing engineering experience (entry-level acceptable with relevant hands-on welding/fabrication experience)
• Hands-on welding and fabrication experience; working knowledge of weld inspection (CWI preferred but not required)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and diagrams
• Experience with GD&T and Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
• Experience interpreting specifications including MIL-Standards and weld procedures
• Strong communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD clearance is required; U.S. citizenship is required for this role
• Willingness to travel 0%–25% as needed

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What We Offer

• Onsite, full-time position in Mount Vernon, MS
• Relocation assistance provided
• Role involves entry-level to early-career growth in manufacturing engineering with hands-on welding and fabrication exposure
• Competitive pay range (see Details) and benefits offered by the client
• Opportunity to work on specialized electromagnetic and power generation systems supporting defense, industrial, and commercial customers

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Details

• Job type: Full-Time, Onsite
• Experience level: Entry-Level (0–2 years)
• Clearance: Secret (Desired) — ability to obtain/maintain DoD clearance required
• U.S. Citizenship required: Yes
• Travel: 0%–25%
• Recruitment title: Weld and Fabrication Manufacturing Engineer
• Pay range (provided by source): $62,460 — $105,533 per year (estimated)
• Industry: Engineering
• Location: Mount Vernon, MS (onsite)

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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