• Manufacturing Engineer

    Actalent (Blacksburg, VA)


    Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Job Description

     

    We are seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Engineer who will be responsible for applying engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve our manufacturing processes and products. This role requires a proactive individual with a strong sense of urgency and leadership qualities to join our team.

    Responsibilities

    + Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to improve manufacturing processes and products.

    + Investigate and resolve issues related to tooling, equipment, and processes.

    + Analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow to design efficient layouts for equipment and workspaces.

    + Develop, recommend, and implement changes to enhance manufacturing processes and product quality.

    + Assist the Process Line Manager in developing capital and expense budgets.

    + Evaluate new products and make recommendations on manufacturing feasibility.

    + Train department personnel in safety, setup, operations, and troubleshooting of equipment.

    + Estimate production rates, setup, and tooling costs for new part setups.

    + Specialize in skill sets such as PLC programming, welding, automation, and vision systems.

    + Exercise authority within job scope as designated by the Manager.

    + Initiate actions to prevent violations of company integrity policies.

    + Adhere to safety policies, operational controls, and legal requirements.

    + Report or stop activities that do not conform to policies or may cause injury.

    + Provide support as requested by the supervisor.

    + Demonstrate problem-solving abilities on the shop floor.

    + Exhibit leadership characteristics and a results-oriented approach.

    + Apply extensive knowledge of Lean techniques in practical applications.

    Essential Skills

    + Manufacturing engineering expertise

    + Process improvement skills

    + Continuous improvement methodologies

    + Lean manufacturing knowledge

    + Proficiency in Solidworks

    + Experience in rubber molding

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field

    + Five or more years of related experience

    + CQI12 Coating or equivalent qualification

    + Minimum of five years’ experience in CQI for the area

    Work Environment

    The engineering team is lean and focused on continuous improvement. The role offers a great opportunity for growth within the team.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Blacksburg, Virginia.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $43.27/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 Blacksburg,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 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.