Manufacturing Engineer

Description Key Responsibilities

• Provide design-for-manufacturability and design-for-assembly (DFM/DFA) input for new product development
• Define and optimize assembly processes, including materials, tooling, fixturing, CNC/machining interfaces, testing, workflow, and cost
• Support prototype builds and lead transition from prototype to full production
• Troubleshoot and resolve slip ring assembly and production process issues
• Develop and maintain work instructions, standard work, and assembly documentation
• Support continuous improvement and Manufacturing 4.0 initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, cost, and safety
• Prepare capital equipment justifications for tooling, fixtures, and production equipment
• Support quality documentation (e.g., PFMEA) and close assigned actions
• Manage multiple manufacturing engineering priorities with strong execution and communication Skills Manufacturing engineering, Continuous improvement, troubleshooting, root cause analysis Top Skills Details Manufacturing engineering Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related
• Assembly process development (DFM / DFA)
• New product introduction (NPI) & prototype builds
• Production troubleshooting & process optimization
• Continuous improvement and root cause analysis
• Work instructions, standard work & quality documentation Experience Level Entry Level Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Waverly, IA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $80000.00
• $90000.

00/yr. Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Holiday Pay. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Waverly,IA. 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.