Manufacturing Engineer

Description Job Summary:

We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our dynamic Machining Operations Center/Manufacturing Engineering Team. As part of this collaborative team, you will contribute to the creation and continuous improvement of special processes for ultraprecision machined components.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Collaborate with other Manufacturing Engineers, Industrial Engineers, Quality Engineers, and Production stakeholders.
• Create/modify detailed work instructions and other shop‑floor documentation to support production needs.
• Create fixture and tooling concepts and drawings.
• Provide shop‑floor support as necessary to resolve technical and manufacturing issues.
• Investigate and perform Root Cause analysis of component non‑conformances and ensure implementation of effective Corrective Action.
• Monitor and report on quality, schedule, and cost performance of assigned projects/programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Willingness to learn and receive training, and when required, train others.

Required Skills /

Experience:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
• 3+ years manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment
• 3+ years experience with painting, priming, plating, and coating lines
• Experience driving root cause corrective action response to quality defects
• Experience authoring work instructions and rework instructions
• Experience with non-conforming material procedures and material review board (MRB)
• Experience collaborating with shop floor personnel to troubleshoot challenges and defects
• Experience working with cross functional operations team (quality, shop floor, supervision, production planning, engineering) to identify process improvement opportunities to reduce HPU and defects
• Experience interpreting military specifications for materials, paints, and coatings
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T
• Continuous improvement / Lean 6S experience
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Communication skills Desired Skills /

Experience:

• Experience with: ○ CARC paint, nickel plating, passivation, surface preparation procedures prior to bonding/priming/painting, mixing, curing, heat treatment, dry film thickness evaluation, wet tape adhesion testing ○ Experience reviewing opportunities for capital investment and automation technology for masking/priming/painting/coating processes ○ Knowledge of precision measuring tools, gauges, and equipment.

○ Experience with 3D printing and designing tooling for paint/coating application ○ Experience utilizing CREO or NX for CAD ○ Familiarity with ISO9000 and AS9100 industry standards, and common military specifications. ○ Validating chemical solutions via titration and pH measurement ○ Running test panels to validate plating line process ○ Monitoring production equipment such as pumps, heating elements, tank liners, etc. ○ Ordering chemicals/materials ○ Monitoring DI water system ○ Disposes of chemical waste properly ○ 3+ years experience with handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals Working Conditions and Environment

• Manufacturing environment - Exposure to production equipment, PPE such as goggles and steel toed shoes required
• Chemistry environment - Exposure to hazardous chemicals, PPE such as respirators, lab coats, goggles, etc.

required Skills manufacturing engineering, gd&t, continuous improvement, creo, NX, CAD, iso 9000, chemical Additional Skills & Qualifications ○ CARC paint, nickel plating, passivation, surface preparation procedures prior to bonding/priming/painting, mixing, curing, heat treatment, dry film thickness evaluation, wet tape adhesion testing ○ Experience reviewing opportunities for capital investment and automation technology for masking/priming/painting/coating processes ○ Knowledge of precision measuring tools, gauges, and equipment. ○ Experience with 3D printing and designing tooling for paint/coating application ○ Experience utilizing CREO or NX for CAD ○ Familiarity with ISO9000 and AS9100 industry standards, and common military specifications. ○ Validating chemical solutions via titration and pH measurement ○ Running test panels to validate plating line process ○ Monitoring production equipment such as pumps, heating elements, tank liners, etc. ○ Ordering chemicals/materials ○ Monitoring DI water system ○ Disposes of chemical waste properly ○ 3+ years experience with handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Sand Lake, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $53.65 - $53.65/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 Sand Lake,FL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.