At least 3 years
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop, and optimize programs for progressive machining operations. This role involves working hands-on to enhance current processes while introducing new fixturing and tooling concepts.
Responsibilities
- Program CNC machines, including vertical and horizontal lathes and mills.
- Estimate potential machining projects from prints and specifications.
- Create fixture designs and tooling lists for upcoming projects.
- Mount and secure tooling and holding fixtures, set stops, and calibrate fixtures to appropriate reference points, with a comprehensive understanding of Renishaw probing.
- Manually cycle through operation sequences to check fixtures, work positions, tooling, clearance, and speed/feeds through the first piece approval process.
- Develop and maintain setup checklists and instructions for operators.
- Diagnose operating challenges and improve cycle times for current programs.
- Make periodic operation checks to assure proper machining operations, recommending process improvements as needed.
- Adjust machines to correct deviations and ensure tolerances within specifications.
- Study operations and equipment used in the production process, recommending new methods and equipment to increase efficiency.
- Read and understand drawings and dimensional reports from CMM.
- Use a variety of precision measuring instruments.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Proficiency in CNC programming, particularly with Fanuc G-Code.
- Experience in fixture design and machining.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and dimensional reports.
- Familiarity with precision measuring instruments.
- 3+ years of experience in SolidWorks.
- 3+ years of experience designing fixtures and molds.
- Experience in process improvement and continuous improvement.
- Familiarity with foundry, machine shop, automation, and casting environments.
The position is based in a machine shop/foundry environment. The setting can become warm during summer months, and candidates should be comfortable with this. The nature of the work may result in getting a little dirty, so wearing white is not recommended.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Racine, WI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.86 - $50.48/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 Racine,WI.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Posting ID: JP-006033019
