Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Automotive Die CastingJob DescriptionThis role focuses on supporting daily highpressure die casting production while driving successful new product launches in an automotive manufacturing environment. You will troubleshoot production performance issues, improve overall equipment effectiveness, and lead the technical and capital planning aspects of new programs, collaborating closely with crossfunctional teams to ensure robust processes and highquality parts.Responsibilities

• Support daily production operations on the die cast side of the facility, ensuring stable processes and consistent output.
• Attend morning production meetings to review the previous days performance, identify issues, and define priorities for the current day.
• Analyze and resolve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) issues related to die casting, including downtime, cycle time, and quality concerns.
• Troubleshoot production downtime and cycle time problems, implementing corrective actions that improve efficiency and reliability.
• Contribute to new product launches by helping identify the equipment and tooling required to manufacture new die cast parts.
• Develop clear and detailed statements of work (SOW) for new equipment and capital investments.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotations, participate in negotiations, and recommend optimal solutions based on technical and cost considerations.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations and other documentation required to secure corporate approval for capital expenditures.
• Manage the procurement, installation, and commissioning of new equipment to support new product introductions.
• Collaborate on tool and die design to ensure the combined process, tooling, and equipment can consistently produce highquality parts.
• Read and interpret CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) layouts and quality reports to understand part conformity and process capability.
• Use familiarity with 3D modeling tools to take measurements and interpret data needed for quality documents such as PFMEA and other automotive quality documentation.
• Apply knowledge of automotive die casting processes and standards, including typical documentation and requirements used in the automotive industry.
• Utilize lean manufacturing and ergonomics principles to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance operator safety and efficiency.
• Contribute to robot and PLC programming activities related to die casting operations and automation, as needed.
• Leverage CAD/CAM tools to support manufacturing engineering tasks, such as reviewing designs and supporting tooling and process development.
• Create clear, persuasive technical and business documentation that effectively communicates proposals and process changes to management.
• Use standard office software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc.) to analyze data, prepare reports, and manage project timelines.
• Visually inspect parts and observe processes and operations on the shop floor to identify improvement opportunities and verify process performance.

Essential Skills

• Highpressure die casting experience in an automotive environment (must have).
• Strong knowledge of die cast processes and die casting equipment.
• 5+ years of experience in an engineering function, preferably in manufacturing or automotive.
• Ability to troubleshoot OEE issues, including downtime, cycle time, and quality performance in die casting operations.
• Ability to read and interpret CMM layouts and related quality documentation.
• Familiarity with 3D modeling tools sufficient to take measurements and understand data required for PFMEA and other quality documents.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and their application in a production environment.
• Understanding of ergonomics and its application to manufacturing processes and workstation design.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, persuasive presentations and documentation for management.
• Proficiency with computer applications such as MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project.
• BS degree in a manufacturingrelated field or equivalent engineering education.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Automotive die casting experience with familiarity of typical automotive documentation and standards.
• CAD/CAM experience to support tooling, process development, and design review (considered a plus).
• Ability to create structured, compelling presentations and written materials to support capital requests and process changes.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively with crossfunctional teams including production, maintenance, tooling, quality, and corporate stakeholders.

Work EnvironmentThis is a fulltime, inoffice role averaging 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with time spent in both office and production areas as required. The schedule may change based on department needs. The position involves standing and walking, sometimes for extended periods, within manufacturing facilities, as well as sitting and typing at a computer to perform engineering and documentation tasks. You will frequently handle parts that may weigh more than 20 pounds and visually inspect components and processes, requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. When working on the shop floor, you will be in a typical manufacturing environment with elevated noise levels, elevated temperatures near ovens and during summer months, and proximity to moving equipment. You may be frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock and occasionally to moving mechanical parts. The organization offers a stable, growthoriented environment with significant new product launch activity, ongoing design changes to existing products, and a commitment to investing in modern equipment and technology to support longterm success. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pleasant Prairie, WI. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $48.07 - $62.50/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 to Hire position based out of Pleasant Prairie, WI. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Pleasant Prairie,WI.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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