Industrial Engineer

Actalent; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO

Job summary

Actalent in Appleton, WI seeks an experienced Industrial Engineer to lead high-impact projects from concept through completion, delivering on time and within budget.

The role requires applying advanced engineering principles to manufacturing and assembly operations, standardizing processes, and driving measurable gains in efficiency, quality, and cost. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex concepts into actionable plans.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on industrial engineering in production/assembly.
• Proficiency with IE tools including time studies and workflow analysis.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering and process improvement.
• Ability to manage complex projects from start to finish within time and budget.
• Proficiency with CAE tools: SolidWorks, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Minitab, EES, CFD, FEA.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing practices.
• Excellent analytical skills for costs and budgets.
• Ability to develop and implement engineering standards and procedures.
• Strong communication to explain concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex engineering projects from initiation through completion on time and within budget.
• Apply advanced engineering principles to improve manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Identify and propose value-adding engineering projects.
• Model, analyze, and optimize using CAE tools (SolidWorks, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Minitab, EES, CFD, FEA).
• Develop and implement engineering standards and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams.
• Conduct time studies and industrial analyses to improve workflow and efficiency.
• Lead or support lean and process-improvement initiatives.
• Apply lean principles to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Prepare and analyze cost data and budgets; advise on spending.
• Communicate status clearly to internal stakeholders.
• Support operations with practical engineering solutions.
• Assist line layouts and work flow optimization.

Skills

10+ years exp

Industrial engineering

Time studies

Lean manufacturing

Data-driven decision making

Tools

SolidWorks

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Minitab

EES

CFD

FEA

Job description

Job Title: Industrial Engineer

Job Description

This role leads complex and high-impact engineering projects from concept through completion, ensuring delivery on time and within budget. The Industrial Engineer applies advanced engineering principles and continuous improvement methodologies to manufacturing and assembly operations, develops and standardizes processes, and drives measurable gains in efficiency, quality, and cost. The position also serves as a technical resource to internal business units, helping translate complex engineering concepts into clear, actionable information.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of complex and significant engineering projects from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Use and apply advanced engineering principles within a specialized field to improve manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Identify and propose engineering projects that provide clear value to the organization.
• Utilize CAE tools such as SolidWorks, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Minitab, EES, CFD, and FEA to model, analyze, and optimize products and processes.
• Develop, document, and implement engineering standards, procedures, and best practices for manufacturing and industrial engineering activities.
• Provide expert guidance and technical advice on engineering issues to cross-functional teams and operations.
• Conduct time studies and other industrial engineering analyses to improve workflow, labor utilization, and production efficiency.
• Lead or support continuous improvement and process improvement initiatives using industrial engineering and lean methodologies.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste, improve throughput, and enhance product quality.
• Prepare, review, and analyze cost data and budget reports, providing recommendations to optimize project and operational spending.
• Effectively communicate technical material and project status to internal business units in a clear and understandable manner.
• Leverage a strong understanding of internal processes and customers to support functional best practices and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with operations teams to ensure engineering solutions are practical, sustainable, and aligned with production capabilities.
• Support assembly and consumer product operations by optimizing line layouts, workflows, and standard work.

Essential Skills

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing environments.
• Strong industrial engineering with hands‑on experience in production or assembly operations.
• Proficiency in industrial engineering tools and methods, including time studies and workflow analysis.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering and process improvement in a production setting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex engineering projects from start to finish within time and budget constraints.
• Proficiency with CAE tools such as SolidWorks, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Minitab, EES, CFD, and FEA.
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices.
• Excellent analytical skills for reviewing costs, evaluating data, and preparing budget and performance reports.
• Ability to develop and implement engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of operational processes and customer requirements in a manufacturing context.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in consumer products and assembly operations is preferred.
• Lean and/or Six Sigma experience or certification is preferred.
• Recognized expertise in supporting operations and contributing to functional best practices.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a focus on data‑driven decision‑making.

Work Environment

This is a 6-month contract position within a manufacturing-focused environment that supports consumer products and assembly operations. The role involves close collaboration with operations and other internal business units, with frequent use of engineering and CAE tools such as SolidWorks, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Minitab, EES, CFD, and FEA. The work setting emphasizes continuous improvement, operational excellence, and adherence to established engineering standards and procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Appleton, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

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.

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 Appleton,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): 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.