Mechanical Engineer

Location: Mount Holly, NC Company: American & Efird (A&E) Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite

About American & Efird (A&E)

American & Efird (A&E) is a global leader in advanced, mission‑critical textile solutions. With a long-standing reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence, A&E serves customers worldwide and invests heavily in its people, processes, and technology. We foster a fast‑paced, collaborative work environment where engineers play a visible and meaningful role in driving manufacturing performance.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a results-driven Textile Engineer to join our Mount Holly, NC manufacturing facility. This is a high-impact, hands-on engineering role supporting production efficiency, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement across the operation.

You’ll work closely with Operations and Maintenance teams to design, install, improve, and maintain equipment and facility systems while promoting safety, quality, and productivity. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys being on the manufacturing floor, solving problems, and leading by example.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will:

· Support efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and facility systems

· Evaluate the work environment to ensure safety, quality, and productivity standards

· Develop and maintain preventive maintenance programs

· Improve and utilize work order systems to ensure timely equipment repairs

· Coordinate projects with Operations to meet priorities and timelines

· Troubleshoot and improve facility systems (boilers, compressors, motors, HVAC, pumps, etc.)

· Design, quote, and build equipment, fixtures, and process aids (structure, wiring, sensors, processes)

· Modify existing equipment to meet evolving production requirements

· Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and company policies

· Promote a safe, clean, and well-organized work environment

· Communicate effectively with all departments and external partners

· Maintain regular and predictable attendance and meet performance standards

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field

· Experience in a textile or manufacturing environment

· Working knowledge of industrial equipment such as boilers, air compressors, motors, pumps, and HVAC systems

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and AutoCAD

· Strong understanding of safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement principles

· Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

· Strong communication and teamwork skills

· Willingness to lead by example and create accountability

Why Join A&E?

· Impactful engineering role with real visibility across operations

· Stable, established company with a global footprint

· Opportunity to work in a collaborative, performance‑driven culture

· Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

· Commitment to safety, respect, and employee well‑being

Physical & Work Environment

This position requires the ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, stoop, and reach while handling materials or products in a manufacturing setting.

Additional Information

· Must successfully complete drug and background screenings

· E‑Verify Employer

· Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities