Engineering Jobs in Ridgeland
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Company Overview:
Howard Industries, Inc. is the nation's leading manufacturer of distribution transformers, with over 10 million overhead, single-phase and three-phase pad mounted, and network transformers in service throughout the United States and abroad. As Mississippi's largest privately held employer headquartered within the state, the company employs over 5,000 team members, generates over $1 billion in revenue, and consists of three main corporate divisions: Howard Power Solutions, Howard Transportation, and Howard Technology Solutions.
Vision Systems Engineer (AI Specialist)
We are seeking a highly skilled Vision Systems Engineer to lead the integration and optimization of advanced automated inspection systems within our high-volume, high-mix heavy manufacturing facility.
In this role, you will be the subject matter expert for AI vision platforms, leveraging both 2D and 3D imaging to solve complex inspection challenges. You will work in a fast-paced environment where precision is critical, ensuring every component—from massive structural parts to small identification decals—meets our rigorous quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- System Design & Integration: Architect, program, and deploy vision solutions utilizing AI-driven toolsets for complex defect detection.
- 2D & 3D Implementation: Configure 2D cameras for AI based analysis and 3D lasers for volumetric analysis and defect detection.
- Automated Inspection Tasks:
- Part Location: Develop robust \"Search\" and \"Shape Trailing\" logic to locate heavy components on high-volume lines.
- Decal & Placement Verification: Utilize AI learning to verify the presence, orientation, and correct application of decals and labels.
- Cosmetic Defect Detection: Train AI models to distinguish between acceptable surface variations and true cosmetic flaws (scratches, dents, or coating irregularities) on diverse materials.
- OCR/OCV: Implement high-reliability reading of metal-stamped or printed nameplates and VIN plates in challenging industrial lighting.
- Hardware Specification: Select appropriate lighting (backlights, ring lights, coaxial), lenses, and mounting bracketry to withstand heavy manufacturing environments.
- Continuous Improvement: Analyze inspection data to reduce \"false rejects\" and improve \"overkill\" rates using statistical analysis tools.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering
- Technical Expertise: Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience with Vision Systems
- 3D Vision: Proven experience with 3D laser profilers or area sensors for Z-axis measurement and inspection.
- 2D Vision: Proven experience utilizing 2D cameras to train AI learning models to detect defects.
- Manufacturing Background: Experience in a heavy manufacturing or automotive environment; comfortable working around large-scale automation and robotics.
- Problem Solving: Deep understanding of industrial optics, including the physics of light and how to filter out ambient interference in a factory setting.
- Communication: Ability to collaborate with PLC Engineers (Allen-Bradley) to integrate vision data into the broader automation cell.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Zebra, Keyence, Cognex, or Sick Vision System technology for quality inspection.
- Knowledge of robotic guidance (linking vision systems to Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa or Kuka arms).
Trade Compliance Administrator
Starkville, Mississippi | Full-Time
A growing aerospace and advanced manufacturing organization in Starkville is seeking a Trade Compliance Administrator to support export compliance operations in a highly regulated environment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong knowledge of U.S. export regulations and customs processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage export compliance activities in accordance with EAR, ITAR, U.S. Customs, and OFAC regulations
- Classify products, components, and technical data under applicable export control regulations
- Prepare and review export documentation (commercial invoices, EEI/SED filings, bills of lading, certificates of origin)
- Coordinate export license applications and ensure compliance with license provisos
- Conduct restricted party screenings and maintain audit-ready records
- Partner with engineering, supply chain, contracts, and program teams to ensure compliant shipments
- Support internal and external compliance audits
- Maintain records in line with regulatory retention requirements
- Provide internal guidance and training on trade compliance matters
- Identify and mitigate compliance risks
Required Qualifications:
- Export Customs Specialist Certificate or Export Specialist Certificate (required)
- 3–7 years of experience in export/trade compliance within aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing
- Strong working knowledge of ITAR and EAR regulations
- Experience with ERP systems and export compliance software
- Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred:
- Experience supporting defense contracts or handling controlled technical data
- Knowledge of Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifications
- Experience supporting government audits or voluntary disclosures
- Bachelor's degree in International Business, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field
- Certified Export Specialist credential
If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity in Starkville, feel free to message me directly or apply today.
Akkodis is recruiting for a Program Launch Manager - Plant Liaison for a defense manufacturer in the West Coast, MS area. This is a contract to hire position with a pay range of $53 an hour to $60 an hour depending on the experience, education and location. The Program Launch Manager – Plant Liaison will be responsible for overseeing the successful introduction of new products and processes within the manufacturing plant ensuring that all operational and technical requirements are met. This includes leading, coordinating and integrating all cross-functional activities to ensure the successful execution and outcome of military and commercial contracts in the manufacturing plant including potential capital improvements.
- Lead the planning and execution of launches ensuring alignment with business goals and timelines. Develop and manage detailed program timelines and build schedules aligned with internal and customer requirements and ensuring adherence to milestones and deliverables including cost, schedule and quality assurance.
- Serves as the primary interface between the Company and the Customer during the execution of assigned programs to keep both informed.
- Coordinate with supply chain, engineering, and operations to ensure material availability and readiness.
- Oversee the PO's/invoices, schedules, floor set up, timelines and other on site tasks for all plant contracts
- Must possess a BS degree in a related field (Engineering, Business, Project Management, etc).
- 3-5 years program management experience in manufacturing launches
- PMP or similar certification preferred
- Aerospace, Automotive or Defense experience preferred
- Strong understanding of production processes and manufacturing.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead, collaborate and participate in cross-functional Integrated Project Teams (IPTs).
If interested, please forward resume to
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Martinrea is a diversified global automotive supplier engaged in the design, development and manufacturing of metal parts, assemblies and modules, complex fluid management systems and aluminum products. We employ approximately 15,000 skilled and motivated people at manufacturing, engineering and technical centers in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain and China. Our business strategy leverages world-class technologies, motivated and talented people, and high-quality products.
Our Mission is to make people's lives better by:
- Delivering outstanding quality products and services to our customers.
- Providing meaningful opportunity, job satisfaction, and job security for our people.
- Being positive contributors to our communities; and,
- Providing superior long-term investment returns to our stakeholders.
Our strength is our people
We invite you to follow your dreams and explore a challenging and rewarding career at Martinrea Automotive Structures, Inc., in Tupelo, MS
Job Summary:
- Responsible for plant Procurement and Supply Chain Operations including Production Scheduling, Material Planning, Procurement, Inventory Management, Capacity Management, Shipping & Receiving, Tool Crib (MRO + Spares), Delivery Performance and Customer Service, and overall Material Flow.
Essential Functions:
- Follow all work and safety instructions for all assigned operations
- Develop and Execute Strategies for meeting Supply Chain Operations KPIs including but not limited to; Cost Reductions, On Time Delivery, Inventory Reduction & Freight in accordance with Business Unit Targets
- Meet Corporate Targets and Initiatives related to Inventory Optimization (both Production and MRO)
- Ensure Compliance with Customer Systems and Portals
- Support and Lead MMOG/IATF Requirements
- Develop and Execute Strategies for Purchasing KPIs including but not limited to Cost Savings, Payment Terms, and Supplier Inventory on Consignment Programs in accordance with Business Unit Targets
- Implement and Lead Corporate Purchasing Initiatives (Xeeva, KSA Adoption, OPEX, CRMS, Roadmaps, etc.)
- Negotiate favorable supply contracts with key suppliers
- Responsible for sourcing & resourcing activity within the plant and presenting to Division level for approval
- Lead Materials/Purchasing Related Launch Activities to support new business awards as required
- Ability to Provide Input to and Execute Commodity and Supplier Strategies
- Maintain supplier rating system continuously evaluating supplier's delivery and quality performance
- Work with under-performing suppliers to improve, or locate alternate supplier
- Develop Actions to Achieve & Maintain Absolute Accuracy targets and achieve Net Accuracy on Inventory Cycle Counts and Physical Inventory Activities
- Mentor other personnel in the department and assist in their development
- Communicate with all areas of the plant to ensure the needs of the company are being fulfilled through purchasing
- Ensure New Business Supplier Product Launches on time, on cost, on specification
- Ability to Manage a Team of People and Delegate Tasks based on roles, responsibilities and workload
- Abide by all Company policies including, but not limited to the following: Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Systems, Human Resources policies, and the Martinrea Employee Handbook
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree or Post-Secondary Diploma preferred in the following:
- Supply Chain Management
- Business Administration
- 5+ Years Experience in a related manufacturing or logistics management role
- Experience with ERP/MRP Systems (Epicor CMS an asset)
- Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred
- Experience negotiating complex contracts with suppliers
- Fluent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook etc.)
- Travel required
Benefits:
- Work in a great team environment
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401K
- Safety Shoes and Prescription Glasses Reimbursement
- Supplier discounts
- Training opportunities
Job Type: Full time
We are a drug-free workplace and conduct drug testing.
Nucor RebarFabrication is seeking applicants for our Rebar CAD Detailing Supervisor position supporting our location in Flowood, MS.
We are North America’s leading fabricator, installer and distributor of concrete reinforcing steel and related products.
Teammates are the key to our success and every teammate can and does make a difference.
We prioritize safety in everything we do.
A career at Nucor Rebar Fabrication means stability, being heard and respected, and opportunity for personal and professional growth.
Nucor, our parent company, is a Fortune 100 company recently named Fortune’s best workplace in Manufacturing and Production.
Nucor is committed to being good stewards of the environment and is constantly striving to find new and innovative ways to decrease our carbon footprint.
Each branch of Nucor Rebar Fabrication works together as a team to be the best in the business.
We’re looking to add a hardworking teammate with integrity, problem-solving skills and who is not afraid of hard work.
Benefits: Medical and dental are just the beginning.
We value our teammates and offer a benefits package that also includes a bonus program, profit sharing, retirement savings, vacation and holiday pay, scholarship and tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth potential.
When you join Nucor Rebar Fabrication you are joining a fast-paced and stable work environment.
For more information on our benefits go to /benefits.
Basic Job Functions: Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
Note: this position will supervise teammates in both the Slidell, LA and Flowood, MS locations.
Candidates may be based out of either location and be prepared to travel to cover both branches.
Short Description Manage the detailing services and post-sale functions including administrative support so that work assigned to the location is properly detailed, coordinated, and delivered on time to customers.
Coordinate outside detailing requirements and contracts with vendors.
Supervise/train new teammates.
Supervise detailing, project management, and customer service tasks to ensure performance standards are being met.
Ensure that the work environment is safe and encourages productivity and quality output.
Basic Job Functions: • Serve as an active member of the NRF South Central Leadership Team with a demonstrated commitment to Safety, Environmental, Quality, and Productivity through active integrity and leadership within their group.
• Assist the company’s sales and profit efforts by driving, directing, supervising and leading the overall activities of the Sales Service Team (including Rebar Detailers and Rebar Construction Project Managers.) • Develop strong, professional, and personal working relationships with our customer base and other departments.
• Ensure price, schedule, and scope clarity.
• In conjunction with the Branch Manager, evaluate, oversee, and manage commercial risk.
• Travel to sales meetings, customer offices, and job sites as needed, potentially on short notice.
• In conjunction with the Branch Manager, the Project Manager Supervisor is the primary individual responsible for the following: o Develop and implement teammate training and personal development programs/evaluations.
o Provide mentoring and coaching to the Sales Service Team.
o Develop and maintain current Sales Service policies, procedures, and practices.
o Develop and manage department selection requirements.
Minimum Qualifications: • Must possess at least one of the following: o Associate’s degree in engineering, business, or construction management o 3 years of rebar detailing experience o 3 years of relevant experience in construction project management • Must have at least one year experience in successfully leading teams • Ability to travel to job sites throughout the region, often with short notice Preferred Qualifications: • 3 years of combined leadership experience in engineering, detailing, estimating, sales service, sales of fabricated products, or related fields.
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.
We are a drug-free workplace and conduct drug testing.
Nucor RebarFabrication is seeking applicants for our Rebar CAD Detailing Supervisor position supporting our location in Flowood, MS.
We are North America’s leading fabricator, installer and distributor of concrete reinforcing steel and related products.
Teammates are the key to our success and every teammate can and does make a difference.
We prioritize safety in everything we do.
A career at Nucor Rebar Fabrication means stability, being heard and respected, and opportunity for personal and professional growth.
Nucor, our parent company, is a Fortune 100 company recently named Fortune’s best workplace in Manufacturing and Production.
Nucor is committed to being good stewards of the environment and is constantly striving to find new and innovative ways to decrease our carbon footprint.
Each branch of Nucor Rebar Fabrication works together as a team to be the best in the business.
We’re looking to add a hardworking teammate with integrity, problem-solving skills and who is not afraid of hard work.
Benefits: Medical and dental are just the beginning.
We value our teammates and offer a benefits package that also includes a bonus program, profit sharing, retirement savings, vacation and holiday pay, scholarship and tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth potential.
When you join Nucor Rebar Fabrication you are joining a fast-paced and stable work environment.
For more information on our benefits go to /benefits.
Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.
Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.
What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.
Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.
Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
