Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description:

Manufacturing Engineer As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for researching, designing, and developing manufacturing processes that include production flow, assembly methods, and production equipment. Your role will involve approving and creating new Work Instructions, modifying routings and BOMs in the ERP system, and maintaining CAD floor layouts of buildings and equipment. You will coordinate the manufacturing launch of new and revised products, focusing on established goals, team training, and result evaluation. Additionally, you will design, develop, test, and source various tools, machinery, and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods. Your expertise will contribute to cost reduction, quality improvement, and efficiency enhancement through product and process analysis. Responsibilities Perform research, design, and development of manufacturing processes. Approve and create new Work Instructions. Create or modify routings and BOMs in the ERP system. Update and maintain detailed CAD floor layouts of buildings and equipment. Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products. Design, develop, test, and cost-justify various tools, machinery, and equipment. Conduct product/process analysis for cost reduction and quality improvement. Lead in resolving quality problems in production through the NCR process. Represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams. Perform other related duties as assigned. Essential Skills Proficiency in CNC programming and process improvement. Knowledge of Mastercam, manufacturing engineering, and process engineering. Experience in continuous improvement, GD&T, CAD, and CAM software. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Capability to create and modify CAD models and CAM files. Experience in operating basic CNC equipment. Strategic thinking related to business goals. Proficiency in presentation skills and running meetings. Structured problem solving and analysis. Additional Skills & Qualifications Knowledge of computers, machining, assembly practices, and tooling. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Experience in working with vendors, customers, and employees. Presentation and communication proficiency. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lombard, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/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 Lombard,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 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.