• Manufacturing Engineer

    Actalent (Corvallis, OR)


    Job Title: NPI Manufacturing Engineer

    Job Description

    This role is instrumental in transforming robot designs into tangible products. The Manufacturing Engineer ensures that parts are easily and reliably manufacturable, sets up and refines assembly and testing processes, and resolves issues during early production. You will serve as a critical link between the design team and the factory floor, ensuring innovative ideas can be scaled effectively.

    Responsibilities

    + Collaborate with engineers to ensure ease of manufacturing for parts.

    + Establish and enhance assembly and testing processes for new components.

    + Troubleshoot and resolve issues during early production stages.

    + Engage with PCBAs (Printed Circuit Board Assemblies) and coordinate with vendors on manufacturing and testing.

    + Define clear requirements for tests and board builds.

    + Focus on the mechanical aspects of assembly related to electrical components, particularly the 'charge dock'.

    + Set up work cells for electrical component handling and installation.

    + Participate in design reviews with the design team.

    + Assist with supplier quality when needed.

    + Split time between desk work and manufacturing floor activities.

    + Provide hands-on training to technicians.

    + Create detailed work instructions (WIs) and document them with photographs.

    + Utilize MES (Manufacturing Execution System), particularly VKS, for work instructions and managing non-conformances.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in manufacturing engineering and electromechanical systems.

    + Knowledge in electromechanical design, assembly, and box build.

    + Proficiency in new product development and test development.

    + Deep understanding of PCBA, sensors, actuators, and mechanical integration.

    + Strong mechanical experience, including CNC machining, sheet metal, and injection molding.

    + Experience with MES, especially in creating work instructions and managing non-conformances.

    + Ability to prepare prototypes for mass production by creating instructions and testing processes.

     

    Skills & Qualifications Required

     

    + Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Assembly (DFA), and Test.

    + Deep understanding of PCBA, sensors, actuators, and mechanical integration.

    + Proficiency in writing work instructions, process flows, and test procedures.

    + Experience managing BOMs (Bill of Materials) and ECOs (Engineering Change Orders).

    + Ability to lead pilot builds and line bring-up by setting up and validating new assembly lines.

    + Capability to analyze data using tools like SPC, Lean, and Six Sigma.

    + Experience collaborating with EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) and suppliers.

    + Support for reliability and environmental testing, such as thermal cycling and HALT.

    Work Environment

    The work environment is dynamic, with a 50/50 split between office work and being on the manufacturing floor. You will work closely with the manufacturing and production team, engaging in hands-on activities and problem-solving. The company fosters a collaborative, cross-functional culture, emphasizing teamwork across disciplines such as mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing engineering. This fast-paced environment offers significant ownership and visibility in your work, with opportunities for rapid innovation and impact.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Corvallis, Oregon.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

     

    2 weeks pto 6 sick days holidays c-h

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Corvallis,OR.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 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.