Sr Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent • Wood Dale, IL • 1d ago

Job Description: Sr Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing manufacturing processes for mechanical components, assemblies, and systems for both new and existing products. This role focuses on evaluating and troubleshooting process issues to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Inventory (SQDCI). The position leads cost reduction and productivity improvement projects and collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure machining and assembly processes are safe, efficient, and cost-effective.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and validation of manufacturing and assembly processes using 3D modeling software, emphasizing safety, ergonomics, and lean principles.

Execute the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, ensuring processes meet geometrical tolerances, determining manufacturing methods, and estimating setup/run times.

Develop control plans and inspection methods, defining materials, tooling, fixturing, adhesives, and manufacturing methods with safety and quality considerations.

Create high-quality standard work to minimize human error and apply GD&T as required.

Collaborate with CNC programmers and machine operators to optimize processes.

Address safety observations, PFMEA, cost reductions, engineering changes, and part obsolescence.

Continuously improve productivity, efficiency, safety, and throughput while eliminating waste.

Communicate manufacturing expertise to suppliers, customers, and internal teams.

Meet departmental goals and KPIs; investigate and resolve issues when targets are not met.

Support production in improving existing processes and recommend changes to enhance quality and productivity.

Update standard work and setup/run times as needed.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives with operators.

Perform manufacturing engineering tasks as part of NPI teams.

Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.

GPA of 3.0 or above from an accredited engineering program preferred or equivalent experience.

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to complete projects independently.

Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, ProE, or similar).

Strong drafting and GD&T skills; ability to perform tolerance stack-up analysis desirable.

Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems for BOM creation, job routing, cost estimation, and related tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Knowledge of magnetic materials and applications is a plus.

Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma training a plus.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Wood Dale, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

Great Internal Benefits. Great Internal Benefits.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wood Dale,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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