Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer 3Job DescriptionThe primary role of the Manufacturing Engineer is to apply engineering theory and principles to address challenges in industrial layout or manufacturing production. This position requires proficiency in creating engineering drawings and the ability to read and interpret blueprints effectively.
Responsibilities
- Study time, motion, methods, and speed involved in maintenance, production, and other operations to establish standard production rates and improve efficiency.
- Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confer with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards.
- Read worker logs, product processing sheets, and specification sheets to verify adherence to quality assurance specifications.
- Aid in planning work assignments based on worker performance, machine capacity, production schedules, and anticipated delays.
- Prepare charts, graphs, and diagrams to illustrate workflow, routing, floor layouts, material handling, and machine utilization.
- Observe workers using equipment to verify that equipment is operated and maintained according to quality assurance standards.
- Monitor workers operating equipment or performing tasks to determine time involved and fatigue rate using timing devices.
- Evaluate data and write reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.
Essential Skills
- Creativity, verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Team player and detail-oriented.
- Ability to make sketches, engineering drawings, and perform common computations.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
- Previous experience with computer applications and software related to engineering, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
- 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process improvement, CNC machines, tooling (molds, dies, jigs, fixtures), and CNC programming and troubleshooting.
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing process improvement/validation.
- Displays attributes of a critical thinker and leverages innovative ideas.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment comprises 30% office work involving PCN, testing reports, prototype design, and manufacturing process analysis. The remaining 70% is spent on the shop floor and in the lab, focusing on operation manufacturing process troubleshooting and prototype validation. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Pontiac, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $33.50 - $37.50/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Pontiac, IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 15, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Pontiac,IL.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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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