Engineer, Manufacturing II
Southwire · Youngsville, NC
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 14 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Southwire (industrial) in Youngsville, NC. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions.
- They ask for
- 4+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Automation, Tooling
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in North Carolina: typical posted base $128k–$150k.
Median of the low and high ends of 14 live postings that list pay, out of 48 manufacturing engineer openings in North Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
North Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 47 other live manufacturing postings in North Carolina.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)
Typical $97k–$143k, from 12 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 50%
- ✓ Lean 40%
- New product launch 33%
- Root cause 29%
- ✓ Team leadership 29%
- ✓ Automation 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Southwire
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
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This plant: Southwire in Youngsville
1 other open role at this site.
- Manager, Value Stream 3rd Shift · Lean / CI · Manager
Full description from SouthwireAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Job Summary
Designs manufacturing facilities and related structures to optimize production efficiency and resource utilization. Analyzes somewhat complex facility specifications, including location, material resources, and structural design, to ensure alignment with operational requirements. Recommends production improvements by evaluating technical challenges and implementing solutions to enhance manufacturing performance.
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Acquires knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and industry best practices to support production efficiency and quality improvement.
- ◆Advises on less complex process modifications and manufacturing improvements under the guidance of senior engineers or supervisors.
- ◆Analyzes basic production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, or opportunities for process enhancements.
- ◆Applies engineering principles to assist in designing and improving manufacturing workflows, tooling, and process optimization.
- ◆Carries out testing and validation activities for new processes or modifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
- ◆Communicates effectively with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and maintenance, to resolve manufacturing-related issues.
- ◆Coordinates with suppliers and vendors to support sourcing, procurement, and evaluation of manufacturing materials and components.
- ◆Escalates production challenges or engineering concerns to senior team members or management for resolution.
- ◆Compiles technical reports, process documentation, and manufacturing data to support continuous improvement initiatives and compliance requirements.
- ◆Performs other duties as assigned
- ◆Complies with all policies and standards
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Specialized Degree: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Indsutrial
Years of Experience: 5-7 Years
Spans of Control
Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No
Travel
Travel: None
Physical
Requirements
Moving: 5%
Standing: 90%
Sitting: 5%
Working Conditions
Office
Plant/Warehouse Floor
Equipment
Hard Hat
Computer/Keyboard
Safety Glasses
Safety Shoes
Safety Vest
Power Tools
Radio/Walkie
Competencies
Action Oriented
Balances Stakeholders
Collaborates
Customer Focus
Nimble Learning
Plans and Aligns
Skills
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Engineering Design Process
Influencing Skills
Investigation
Fabrication
Process Development
Lean Manufacturing
Automation
Tooling
Continuous Improvement Process
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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Location: Youngsville, NC
Benefits We Offer
- •401k with Matching
- •Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- •Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- •Long & Short-Term Disability
- •Supplemental Insurance Plans
- •Employee Assistance Program
- •Employee Referral Program
- •Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- •Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
- •Parental Leave
- •& More