Manufacturing Engineer

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Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to collaborate with our engineering and production support teams. The role involves evaluating and improving manufacturing methods, product design, fabrication, tooling, assembly, and quality control. You will justify and implement capital projects to enhance productivity, quality, and safety, while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Your expertise will be crucial in designing, implementing, maintaining, and improving manufacturing processes, CNC programming, tooling, and equipment.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with engineering and production support teams to enhance manufacturing methods, product design, fabrication, tooling, assembly, and quality control.
Justify and implement capital projects aimed at improving productivity, quality, and safety.
Drive continuous improvement efforts, focusing on equipment troubleshooting, procurement of tooling/fixtures, and facility supplies for production support.
Conduct machine risk assessments and upgrade equipment guarding.
Design, implement, maintain, and improve manufacturing processes, CNC programming, tooling, and equipment.
Lead corrective action teams to identify root causes of production issues and implement sustainable corrective actions.
Provide production guidance through hands-on floor support, develop work instructions, and resolve problems in real-time.
Develop and update drawings for tooling and fixtures.
Assist in developing, implementing, and sustaining safety programs to ensure effective risk control and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
Utilize lean tools to drive initiatives focusing on product flow, visual management, 6S, TPM, SMED, and productivity improvement.
Develop and execute key performance measures to evaluate equipment maintenance and preventative maintenance program effectiveness.
Essential Skills
Minimum three years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment required; 5-8 years of experience overall preferred.
Proficiency in AutoCad and Solidworks with tooling/fixture design experience preferred.
Experience with problem-solving tools and root-cause analysis.
Analytical thinker with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Basic knowledge or understanding of PLCs for troubleshooting.
Understanding of Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing tools integration into process development.
Ability to read and understand technical material, engineering drawings, and industry standards.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proficiency in MS Office and related productivity tools.
Strong project management skills.
Effective time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work.
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering, or 8 years of related experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Aerospace experience is a nice-to-have but not required.
Experience in metals manufacturing is highly preferred.
Experience bringing in capital equipment projects is a huge plus.
Working knowledge of or experience with ISO/AS9100/TS16949 is a plus.
Work Environment
The work environment is a great facility that is nice and clean, providing an ideal setting for productivity and innovation.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $95000.00/yr.
What We Offer:- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.- Opportunities for professional growth and development.- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2025.
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
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