Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent; Windsor; On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Junior Manufacturing Engineer to support production and process improvement projects. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with 2-3 years of experience, focusing on fixture design and lean manufacturing initiatives. The position offers a collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with company match

25 PTO days

Car allowance

Extensive training

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience in low-volume, high-mix environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and building fixtures for production.
• Support process improvements using lean tools.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to scale up production.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Circuitry

Electrical Connectors

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Job Title: Junior Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Junior Manufacturing Engineer to support a growing number of production and process improvement projects. This is a hands-on, shop-floor-focused role ideal for someone with 2–3 years of experience who is eager to grow into more responsibility over time. The engineer will work on low-volume, high-mix production lines, supporting fixture design, mechanical assembly, and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and building fixtures for production.
• Support process improvements using lean tools.
• Work on manual and semi-automated production lines.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to scale up production.
• Participate in equipment troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Contribute to proactive planning for upcoming projects.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
• 3 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience working in low-volume, high-mix environments.
• Comfortable with both design and physical assembly.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in circuitry or wiring.
• Knowledge of electrical connectors.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes.
  
  

Work Environment

The engineering department itself comprises 20 people. Work hours are Monday to Thursday from 8am to 5pm and Friday from 8am to 2pm, with no more than 40 hours per week.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Health

Dental

Vision

401k with company match,

25 PTO days from the first day of employment (part of your sick days).

Car allowance

Extensive training

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Windsor,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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