Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title:

Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for supporting continuous improvement initiatives in assembly and test processes, tooling, and work holdings to produce fully finished precision parts for complex fluid control devices used in various applications including medical, industrial, and material handling. This role involves leading continuous improvement for both processes and products in a high mix environment utilizing a wide variety of custom assembly and test equipment built in-house.

A team-oriented individual with a broad range of technical skills and high attention to detail is essential, as the role requires collaboration with product development, quality engineering teams, suppliers, operators, and shop personnel.

• Design tooling and work holdings using Solid Edge 3D CAD.
• Utilize precision gaging/inspection equipment with GD&T principles.
• Read and understand hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic schematic diagrams and engineering drawings.
• Provide production cost estimates for product improvement programs.
• Create/modify production routers for multi-step assembly and test processes in accordance with ISO 9001 and customer specifications.
• Troubleshoot complex pneumatic circuits and devices.
• Generate operator and maintenance instructions and graphics to support production processes.
• Complete detailed written reports of work completed.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering - Manufacturing or Mechanical.
• Experience working with machined parts.
• Ability to read and understand hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic schematic diagrams and engineering drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment.
• 3D CAD experience, specifically in designing fixtures.
• 1-2 years of experience working within manufacturing.

• Experience in selecting and purchasing equipment and tools.
• Familiarity with machining, CNC, and project management.
• Access to Udemy after 6 months for skill development.

The Manufacturing Engineer will report within a team of 4 manufacturing engineers, working closely with product development engineers, quality engineers, and operators to ensure efficient product design for manufacturing. The typical work hours are from 8 AM to 4:30 PM, with some flexibility. The work environment includes exposure to machining, assembly, and fabrication processes, providing an opportunity to learn new skills that enhance experience and resume.

The role also offers 10 days of PTO and 6 standard paid holidays.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kalamazoo, MI.

The pay range for this position is $36.06 - $43.27/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 Kalamazoo, MI.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 23, 2026.

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.

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