Electrical Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Vision

Dental

401K

Holiday

Vacation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Manufacturing Electrical Engineer in Olathe, KS to apply electrical engineering principles to support the manufacture of electronic and electromechanical products. You will develop processes, resolve production issues, and lead the implementation of new products into production.

You will collaborate with Design Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure manufacturability, reliability, and cost efficiency, while leading Lean/Six Sigma improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 35 years of experience in electrical engineering within a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations, new product introduction (NPI), and production troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with GD&T, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and Design for Testability (DFT).
• Aerospace and/or defense manufacturing experience preferred.
• ITAR: all applicants must be U.S. persons.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and transition of new electronic and electromechanical products into manufacturing.
• Provide electrical engineering support to production by troubleshooting manufacturing, test, and product-related issues.
• Develop, validate, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Design and implement manufacturing tooling, fixtures, test equipment, and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, routings, process specifications, and standard operating procedures.
• Perform root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for manufacturing and field issues.
• Conduct manufacturing process risk assessments and support Design FMEA activities.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to improve product manufacturability and testability.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.

Skills

Electrical principles

Root cause analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Schematics interpretation

Project management

Communication skills

Process validation

ADA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

35 years of experience in electrical engineering

Job description

Manufacturing Electrical Engineer

The Manufacturing Electrical Engineer is responsible for applying electrical engineering principles within the Manufacturing Engineering organization to support the manufacture of electronic and electromechanical products. This position develops and improves manufacturing processes, supports production by resolving technical issues, enhances quality, throughput, and cost, and leads the implementation of new products into production. The Manufacturing Electrical Engineer develops manufacturing documentation, tooling, fixtures, and test requirements, serves as the primary Manufacturing Engineering owner for assigned value streams or product groups, and partners with Design Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure products are manufacturable, reliable, and efficiently produced.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and transition of new electronic and electromechanical products into manufacturing.
• Provide electrical engineering support to production by troubleshooting manufacturing, test, and product-related issues.
• Develop, validate, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Design and implement manufacturing tooling, fixtures, test equipment, and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, routings, process specifications, and standard operating procedures.
• Perform root cause investigations and implement effective corrective and preventive actions for manufacturing and field issues.
• Conduct manufacturing process risk assessments, including PFMEA, and support Design FMEA activities as required.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to improve product manufacturability, testability, reliability, and producibility.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other problem-solving methodologies.
• Analyze manufacturing data and process performance to identify trends and implement sustainable improvements.
• Serve as the Manufacturing Engineering technical owner for assigned products, value streams, or manufacturing processes.
• Other duties as required and/or assigned.

Essential Skills

• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and electronic manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis, structured problem solving, and corrective action methodologies.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement principles.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of manufacturing process validation, process controls, and continuous improvement best practices.
• Ability to perform the essentials of the job with or without reasonable accommodation (ADA).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 35 years of experience in electrical engineering within a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations, new product introduction (NPI), and production troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with GD&T, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and Design for Testability (DFT).
• Aerospace and/or defense manufacturing experience preferred.
• This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.

Work Environment

The work schedule is from 9 AM to 5 PM in an office setting every day. The facility is modern and well-equipped, providing a conducive environment for productivity and innovation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Olathe, KS.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Health, Vision, Dental, 401K, Holiday, Vacation

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Olathe,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Equal Opportunity and Legal Notices

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 process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.