Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent • Charleston, IL • 4h ago

Job Title: Manufacturing EngineerJob Description

As a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in Machining, you will be responsible for designing new products, providing engineering support for existing products, and developing components for new or existing products. Your role will also involve reducing costs for existing designs, working independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Support existing production products and technical assignments that contribute to larger projects.

Select appropriate techniques to solve problems and make sound process and programming recommendations.

Utilize vertical (Fanuc, Fadal, Robodrills) and horizontal machines (Makino) and lathes (Okuma) to assess results and meet established design standards and customer specifications.

Develop and apply automation technology systems, vision systems, and laser QR etching.

Develop and support quality inspections using equipment such as Keyence, Marposs, and Hexagon.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree or technical school degree in an engineering-related discipline. Candidates with at least 5 years of experience in machining/manufacturing engineering will also be considered.

Minimum of 2 years of work experience in a manufacturing setting.

Ability to read and write G and M code with a solid understanding of GD&T.

Experience with Autodesk CAD/CAM software, with NX CAM being a plus.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

CNC programming, CMM programming, CAD, quality experience including gauge selection and planning.

Experience in pneumatics/hydraulics.

Proficiency in 2D & 3D CAD, machining, manufacturing engineering, quality improvement, tooling, CMM, and packaging design.

Self-motivated with a mindset to find answers independently and a drive for new challenges and knowledge.

Work Environment

You will be assigned to a product support team and assist CNC setup operators. Your tasks will include processing ECNs, cost control, cycle time reductions, task reductions, and procuring new equipment. The team consists of 6 Engineers, 1 Engineering Tech, and 1 Process Tech, led by an Engineering Team Leader. Everyone on the team is part of process support and can back up each other. The role involves working on the shop floor and shadowing setup operators initially, then hitting the ground running based on your skills and experience. The schedule is flexible, typically from 7:00 am to 4/4:30 pm, with the possibility of being called in at night approximately once a month. The operation runs 24 hours, with busy times being cyclical, particularly in the winter months.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charleston, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.44 - $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 Charleston,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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