Manufacturing Engineer

Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems to support the efficient production of the company products

This role plays a critical part in conceptualizing and implementing new tools, fixtures, and methods, while ensuring product quality, cost-efficiency, and compliance with regulatory and safety standards

The Manufacturing Engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Quality, Operations, Sales, and Supply Chain to support new product introduction, continuous improvement initiatives, and equipment sourcing or qualification

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, hands-on problem-solving skills, and a continuous improvement mindset to drive operational excellence across the manufacturing floor

Conceptualize new processes, equipment, tools, and fixtures for the manufacturing of the company products

Source, test, and qualify production equipment

Plan, coordinate, and execute activities in support of project goals

Evaluate manufacturing processes for energy use, material waste, and environmental impact

Drive cost-reduction initiatives through design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and process optimization

Analyze process data and metrics to identify trends, inefficiencies, or opportunities for improvement

Performs troubleshooting of equipment and tools

Works with suppliers to resolve design / production issues of supplied materials or equipment

Act as a technical liaison between engineering, operations, quality, sales, and supply chain

Creates operational and manufacturing engineering presentations and reports

Mentor junior engineers and help build technical depth within the team

Participates in coaching and training of production operators and associated production staff

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in a mechanical, industrial, or similar relevant engineering field

Knowledge of value stream mapping, 5S, root cause analysis, and DMAIC problem-solving

Proficient in designing jigs, fixtures, and tooling using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD)

Experience creating, validating, and refining manufacturing processes (including routings, process flow diagrams, etc.)

Ability to assess and document risks in new or existing processes

Knowledge of statistical techniques and design of experiments

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Skilled with computers and Microsoft ecosystem including Office products and Teams

Experience with digital CMMS

Understanding of Lean Manufacturing

Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills

Regularly sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time

Ability to sit, balance, climb, stand, bend, squat, squeeze, kneel, turn, crouch, and stoop repeatedly

Physically able to lift 75 pounds and manipulate up to a 500-pound drum on a regular basis

Frequent exposure to varying temperatures, loud noises, heavy machinery, fumes, airborne particles, electrical, chemicals, and moving parts

Prolonged use of computer screen

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Coppell, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00 / 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 Coppell,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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.

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