Manufacturing Engineer

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Manufacturing Engineer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves working a flexible schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with start times as early as 6:00 AM or as late as 8:30 AM, averaging 8 hours a day and 40 hours a week. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing process and product modifications, enhancing standards, and driving improvements. You will utilize your knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes to increase product quality, output, and cost-effectiveness. Lean tools and thinking will be essential in improving value streams, conducting workflow analysis, and leading process improvement and change within the organization. Responsibilities Support the appraisal of new product ideas to determine their potential to address customer needs and achieve goals in revenue growth and market share. Design, analyze, test, and integrate components to produce final designs, evaluating the design's overall effectiveness, cost, reliability, and safety. Develop, execute, and evaluate fitness for use testing, product specifications, and process validation plans. Work in cross-functional teams and manage all phases of assigned standard engineering projects, ensuring successful completion within an appropriate time and cost. Prepare or secure and review cost estimates, complete required cost and equipment information, and write appropriation requests. Essential Skills Ability to read blueprints. Proficiency in process improvement and lean manufacturing. Basic understanding of machining. Additional Skills & Qualifications BS degree in Engineering required. Minimum of 2 years of experience; more experience is preferable. Experience in any CNC or assembly environment is a plus. Work Environment The work environment involves manufacturing and assembling filtration systems for aerospace and defense applications. The company employs around 200 people, with a growing engineering team currently consisting of 4 members, and plans to add 2 more due to growth. The facility is equipped with CNC machines, punch presses, and cleating machines. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dixon, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $58.00/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 Dixon,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.