Engineering Manager- Manufacturing & Test Engineering

Actalent • Milwaukee, WI • 15h ago

Job Title: Engineering Manager- Manufacturing & Test EngineeringJob Description

We are seeking an Engineering Manager to lead and supervise the Manufacturing Engineering, Test Engineering, Maintenance & Equipment Engineering, and NPI support teams. The successful candidate will provide direction, coaching, and performance management for engineering staff while ensuring production systems, fixtures, and validation processes are supported and improved.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise Manufacturing Engineering, Test Engineering, Maintenance & Equipment Engineering, and NPI support teams.

Provide day-to-day direction, coaching, and performance management for engineering staff.

Support and improve production test systems, fixtures, and validation processes.

Drive yield improvement and defect reduction through structured root cause analysis.

Ensure NPI builds are properly supported and transitioned into stable production.

Oversee equipment reliability and preventive maintenance coordination.

Identify and implement practical process improvements to improve efficiency and quality.

Monitor manufacturing and test data to identify trends and implement corrective actions.

Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve operational issues.

Support capital equipment justification and implementation as needed.

Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO, ITAR, and company policies.

Manage departmental budgets within approved limits.

Essential Skills

Strong background in Manufacturing Test Engineering within a production manufacturing environment.

Experience supporting complex, multi-step production processes such as assembly, fabrication, or high-mix manufacturing.

Knowledge of functional test, ICT, validation processes, and failure analysis.

Demonstrated ability to improve yield and production performance.

Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills.

Effective team leadership and cross-functional communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.

Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience within a production manufacturing environment, including direct leadership or supervisory responsibility.

Experience supporting production test environments and NPI transitions.

Work Environment

The work environment involves managing various engineering teams and collaborating cross-functionally to resolve operational issues. The role requires compliance with industry standards such as AS9100, ISO, and ITAR, ensuring adherence to company policies. The position also includes overseeing equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and managing departmental budgets.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $165000.00/yr.

This position is performed on-site in a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and temperature variations consistent with an electronics production facility. Attendance and in-person collaboration are essential functions of this role.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 17, 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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