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Job Title: Process/Manufacturing EngineerJob Description

Support, troubleshoot, and analyze custom automation equipment for the high-volume manufacture of medical devices. Provide technical, engineering, and documentation support. As a consultant in Manufacturing Engineering, you will provide technical and engineering support to implement a new high-speed, automated medical device assembly line. This is a significant investment in our site and is critical to achieving our business goals.

Responsibilities

+ Troubleshoot and analyze the new assembly line.

+ Support the development of the process FMEA and control plan for the new assembly process.

+ Develop appropriate supporting documentation, SOPs, and work instructions compliant with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

+ Collaborate with product and manufacturing engineering, equipment vendors, maintenance technicians, and operations leadership to troubleshoot process and equipment issues.

+ Support line performance monitoring and lead practical problem-solving (PPS) projects to remediate systemic issues.

Essential Skills

+ Experience with continuous improvement, GMP, process improvement, production support, troubleshooting, and validation.

+ Demonstrated experience writing and executing validations (IQ, OQ, PQ, etc.).

+ High-speed/high-volume custom automation experience, preferably in medical device or automotive industries.

+ Skill in troubleshooting automation equipment and implementing process improvements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ B.S. in Engineering or a related field required.

+ 2-5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.

+ Demonstrated interest and experience in supporting manufacturing operations, troubleshooting automation equipment, and implementing process improvements.

+ Problem solver mentality.

+ Medical device industry experience preferred.

+ Excellent interpersonal communication, collaborative teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large manufacturing facility. You will spend most of your time on the production floor working with automation equipment. The position offers growth potential and could potentially lead to a full-time role.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Algonquin, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $44.00 - $44.00/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 Algonquin,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

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.