Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title : Manufacturing EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to establish best practices, document and implement standard work within our manufacturing processes. This role requires a hands-on approach to inspect and ensure equipment meets design and engineering specifications, and to be actively involved in the complete design and execution of processes.

Responsibilities

Establish and document best practices for standard work.

Inspect equipment and processes to ensure compliance with design and engineering specifications.

Engage in the complete design and execution of manufacturing processes, including fixtures, templates, and locators.

Construct and maintain equipment used in manufacturing processes.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Review and analyze manufacturing functions to suggest improvements for efficiency, quality, safety, and cost.

Provide programming assistance on manufacturing machines and train employees accordingly.

Review and address cost-saving suggestions from employees.

Act as a liaison between design, engineering, and manufacturing, ensuring coordination of specifications and requirements.

Collaborate with manufacturing management to provide practical training.

Participate in sourcing projects, including documenting or reverse engineering items.

Comply with OSHA, EPA, local regulatory laws, and company safety policies.

Assist the Quality department in identifying root cause preventive actions.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or industrial technology.

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a manufacturing setting.

Proficiency in SolidWorks.

Experience with set-up, support, manual assembly cells, and assembly cells.

Ability to read and understand engineering blueprints.

Strong mathematical abilities and communication skills.

Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with Lean manufacturing concepts.

Experience with PLC programming and industrial automation.

Experience with IoT product implementation.

Experience with data automation and analytical tools.

Experience in both discrete and process-based manufacturing environments.

Work Environment

This position requires a fully onsite presence from Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. The work environment is a combination of office and warehouse settings, with offices located in the front and the warehouse in the back. The role involves active engagement on the plant floor and interaction with a direct management style.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Romeoville, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.26 - $48.07 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following : - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Romeoville,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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