Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex manufacturing issues impacting production efficiency and quality.
• Drive strategic process improvements using Lean and methodologies to optimize throughput and reduce waste.
• Develop and implement long-term manufacturing strategies
• Oversee design and validation of tooling, fixtures, and automation systems to support high-volume, low-defect production.
• Manage cross-functional projects involving R&D, quality assurance, and operations
• Establish and maintain process control systems, including statistical process control (SPC) and failure mode analysis.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Manufacturing Engineers and production teams
• Evaluate and select manufacturing technologies and equipment to improve scalability and competitiveness.
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors on technical specifications, qualification, and continuous improvement of materials
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards across all manufacturing operations.
• Develop and maintain documentation for processes, tooling, and equipment
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives through design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and process optimization.
• Serve as technical authority for manufacturing during new product development

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years experience in a manufacturing environment, with leadership in process improvement
• Ability to lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, methodologies, and continuous improvement tools.
• Project management skills
• Expertise in tooling design, automation, and process validation for high-volume production
• Experience with control plans, PFMEA, and structured problem solving (5-Why, fishbone)
• Controls familiarity: Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, industrial sensors or basic ladder logic review.
• Expert-level design-for-manufacturability/assembly (DFM/DFA)

Nice to Have

• Leadership of cross-functional CI initiatives and major capital projects.
• Experience with composites and adhesive.
• ERP/MES integration experience for routings, BOMs, serialization/traceability, and shop-floor data capture.
• Advanced statistic and data tool knowledge: DOE (screening/optimization), reliability analysis, and proficiency with data analysis/reporting.
• Regulatory/quality fluency: ISO 9001/AS9100 systems, ITAR/EAR, document control/change management, and QCP alignment for configuration-controlled products.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $46.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.