• Manufacturing Engineer

    Actalent (Lafayette, IN)


    Manufacturing Engineer – Lafayette, IN

     

    This role focuses on improving safety, quality, efficiency, and cost across operations.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Safety Improvements:

    + Eliminate suspended load risks with new lifting techniques

    + Collaborate on safety incident prevention and corrective actions

    + Introduce lifting devices to reduce manual handling of heavy parts

    + Quality & Process Optimization:

    + Troubleshoot tooling and process issues using PFMEA, Power BI, and data analysis

    + Improve deburring and de-rusting processes to enhance cycle time and product quality

    + Interpret engineering drawings and reports to ensure standards are met

    + Efficiency & Cost Savings:

    + Reduce machine cycle times through tooling and layout improvements

    + Extend tool life and reduce costs via supplier collaboration and testing

    + Conduct time and motion studies to improve production rates

    + Documentation & Support:

    + Create workflow diagrams, standard work instructions, and job aids

    Required qualifications include:

    + Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or similar

    + 1-2 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Lafayette, IN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/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 Lafayette,IN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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.