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Manufacturing Engineer
- Actalent (Coppell, TX)
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Responsibilities:
• The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems to support the efficient production of the company products
• This role plays a critical part in conceptualizing and implementing new tools, fixtures, and methods, while ensuring product quality, cost-efficiency, and compliance with regulatory and safety standards
• The Manufacturing Engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Quality, Operations, Sales, and Supply Chain to support new product introduction, continuous improvement initiatives, and equipment sourcing or qualification
• The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, hands-on problem-solving skills, and a continuous improvement mindset to drive operational excellence across the manufacturing floor
• Conceptualize new processes, equipment, tools, and fixtures for the manufacturing of the company products
• Source, test, and qualify production equipment
• Plan, coordinate, and execute activities in support of project goals
• Evaluate manufacturing processes for energy use, material waste, and environmental impact
• Drive cost-reduction initiatives through design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and process optimization
• Analyze process data and metrics to identify trends, inefficiencies, or opportunities for improvement
• Performs troubleshooting of equipment and tools
• Works with suppliers to resolve design/production issues of supplied materials or equipment
• Act as a technical liaison between engineering, operations, quality, sales, and supply chain
• Creates operational and manufacturing engineering presentations and reports
• Mentor junior engineers and help build technical depth within the team
• Participates in coaching and training of production operators and associated production staff
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in a mechanical, industrial, or similar relevant engineering field
• Knowledge of value stream mapping, 5S, root cause analysis, and DMAIC problem-solving
• Proficient in designing jigs, fixtures, and tooling using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD)
• Experience creating, validating, and refining manufacturing processes (including routings, process flow diagrams, etc.)
• Ability to assess and document risks in new or existing processes
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and design of experiments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Skilled with computers and Microsoft ecosystem including Office products and Teams
• Experience with digital CMMS
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Regularly sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to sit, balance, climb, stand, bend, squat, squeeze, kneel, turn, crouch, and stoop repeatedly
• Physically able to lift 75 pounds and manipulate up to a 500-pound drum on a regular basis
• Frequent exposure to varying temperatures, loud noises, heavy machinery, fumes, airborne particles, electrical, chemicals, and moving parts
• Prolonged use of computer screen
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Coppell, TX.
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 Coppell,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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.
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