Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description: Manufacturing Engineer

We are seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Engineer to collaborate with process engineers and production personnel in troubleshooting issues that arise during manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will investigate nonconformances, implement corrective actions, and work with management to optimize workflow schedules, ensuring efficient production operations.

Responsibilities

• Interface with process engineers and production personnel to troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
• Investigate nonconformances and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with management to optimize and execute workflow schedules based on planned manufacturing sequences and lead times.
• Coordinate quality control objectives and activities with management to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, and minimize costs.
• Design novel tooling as necessary and assist in determining tooling and fixturing needs.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Machining experience.
• Knowledge of inspection and measurement techniques with a focus on repeatability.
• Ability to assess machine tool capabilities.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of material characteristics such as hardness and machinability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering preferred.
• Experience with gears is highly preferred.

This is a Permanent position based out of Rockton, IL.

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $95000.00/yr.

• Medical, Dental, Prescription, Eye
• Paid vacation and paid personal time
• Life insurance, 401K, FSA
• Education opportunities

This is a fully onsite position in Rockton,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 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.

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