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Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Manufacturing Engineer to join our team on a 3-year contract, with the possibility of a permanent position after the first year. You will be part of a dynamic team responsible for the development of a new product and innovative manufacturing process. This role involves initiating, justifying, and implementing advanced capital equipment purchases, creating cell layouts, and leading high-complexity process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

+ Initiate, justify, and implement new advanced capital equipment purchases.

+ Create cell layouts and lead complex process improvement initiatives.

+ Lead Process Flow Charts, PFMEA, and Control Plan Reviews.

+ Apply Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA) concepts to new product development.

Essential Skills

+ 5+ years of experience in a machining/CNC environment.

+ BS in Engineering highly preferred.

+ Proficiency in manufacturing engineering, tooling, and CNC operations.

+ Advanced knowledge of capability studies and machine capability.

+ Solid understanding of machinery related to electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems for equipment specification and procurement.

+ Comprehensive understanding of product drawings, including GD&T and specification flow down.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ CNC Programming experience.

+ Experience with turning/milling equipment.

+ Experience with Okuma 5-axis mill term.

+ Swiss precision machinery experience.

+ Experience with Makino 2-4 axis mills.

+ Experience with Gleason grinding equipment.

+ Tooling/Fixturing design.

+ PLC programming or automation experience highly preferred.

Work Environment

Join a forward-thinking team in a setting that encourages innovation and precision. Work with state-of-the-art technologies, including CNC machinery and advanced manufacturing equipment. The environment is conducive to learning and growth, with opportunities to lead and implement cutting-edge manufacturing processes.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/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 Loves Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2025.

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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.