Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Job Description: Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in stabilizing production, improving process flow, and helping transition the facility toward more consistent and efficient manufacturing practices. This role requires someone with strong manufacturing fundamentals who can step into a fast-paced environment and contribute quickly.

Responsibilities

Develop and update manufacturing processes, work instructions, and assembly documentation.

Build and maintain accurate routings, BOMs, and part numbers within the ERP system.

Support the production floor with process improvements, troubleshooting, and workflow optimization.

Assist with continuous improvement initiatives, applying Lean/CI tools such as VSM, 5S, and more.

Participate in CapEx projects, including equipment assessment and implementation.

Conduct root cause analysis and collaborate with Quality on corrective and preventive actions.

Recommend new manufacturing technologies and evaluate opportunities for production efficiency.

Occasionally interface with customers on technical/process topics as needed.

Use SolidWorks to design or update fixtures, small tooling, or process aids.

Help drive consistency across manufacturing processes and support ERP streamlining efforts.

Essential Skills

5+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering.

Strong experience in manufacturing process improvement and hands-on production support.

Experience with Lean tools, including continuous improvement, 5S, and value stream mapping.

Proficiency with SolidWorks for fixture or tooling design.

Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, assembly processes, and shop floor workflows.

Ability to work in a fast-moving environment and manage multiple priorities.

Comfortable supporting CapEx initiatives and quality-related investigations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in root cause analysis.

Knowledge of process improvement techniques.Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Darien, WI.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $92000.00/yr.

Company benefits will be shared upon initial conversation with Actalent and any related questions can be answered at this time. Thank you for expressing interest in working with Actalent.

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

• Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and developmentWorkplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Darien,WI.Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 13, 2026.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Full-time