Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent • Sturgis, MI • 17h ago

Job Title: Manufacturing EngineerJob Description

This Manufacturing Engineer role is focused on planning, directing, analyzing, and coordinating manufacturing processes to drive continuous improvement. You will create standard work instructions for new truck designs, review blueprints and engineering drawings, focusing on specific components such as side walls or roofs, and ensure processes meet quality and efficiency standards. The role involves active participation in value stream mapping events to identify and implement process improvements.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement manufacturing processes for new and existing products.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including value stream mapping events.

Create and maintain standard work instructions from scratch for new truck builds.

Translate design requirements into clear, actionable manufacturing steps.

Review truck designs and blueprints to ensure manufacturability.

Collaborate with design teams to optimize production efficiency.

Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.

Essential Skills

2+ years of automotive engineering experience.

3D CAD experience to read blueprints of trucks.

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to write clear, detailed work instructions.

Knowledgeable of Lean Manufacturing Concepts.

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in SolidWorks as the 3D CAD software.

Work Environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a newer Manufacturing Engineer to gain valuable experience and build a long-term career. The role offers a balanced work schedule of 40 to potentially 45 hours weekly, with flexible start times of 6 am-3 pm, 7 am-4 pm, or 8 am-5 pm. This flexibility is ideal for engineers needing some leeway in the mornings or afternoons. The company is a leading walk-in van body manufacturer in North America, producing over 7,500 vehicles annually and serving a multitude of industries.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $45.67/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 Sturgis,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.

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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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