Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description:

Manufacturing Engineer (Level 2 seeking 2-5+ years of experience. For more experienced candidates there is a chance of upgrading this to a level III role.) Exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer with experience in a CNC mill manufacturing environment! In this role, you will design and develop manufacturing processes and program the machines in CAM software. Our client is growing rapidly and there is a lot of opportunity to grow. Core Requirements 2- 5+ years of relevant experience. CNC programming, machining, and process improvement (mills) CAD/CAM (Mastercam preferred), GD&T, and ERP systems Continuous improvement and structured problem solving Strong communication, presentation, and project‑management skills Key Responsibilities Design and improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and equipment Create and approve work instructions; maintain routings and BOMs in ERP Support new product launches and process changes, including training and validation Develop, test, and justify tooling, fixtures, and production equipment Drive cost reduction, quality improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives Resolve production quality issues and support NCR activities Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external vendors Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Villa Park, 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 Villa Park,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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.