Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering and talent solutions seeks a Manufacturing Engineer in Carrollton, GA. Ideal candidates will have a hands-on background in manufacturing, with experience in process improvement and problem-solving skills. The role offers competitive earnings and a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Approximately three years of practical experience in manufacturing environments.
• Experience in trades or agriculture is a plus.
• Familiarity with the Toyota Production System (TPS) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Analyze shop conditions and standardized work.
• Design, implement, and improve automation and mechanical systems.
• Work closely to support and lead process improvement projects.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Problem-Solving

Math Skills

Statistics Skills

Education

Education in Engineering

Tools

Fanuc Robotics

PLCs

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Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on mechanical engineer with approximately three years of practical experience in manufacturing environments such as those at Toyota, Whirlpool, or Honda. This role involves being actively engaged on the floor, solving real problems, and contributing to the development of better processes daily. The ideal candidate will have worked with their hands, possibly in trades or agriculture, and will have pursued further education to enhance their skills in math, statistics, and engineering.

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on mechanical engineer with approximately three years of practical experience in manufacturing environments such as those at Toyota, Whirlpool, or Honda. This role involves being actively engaged on the floor, solving real problems, and contributing to the development of better processes daily. The ideal candidate will have worked with their hands, possibly in trades or agriculture, and will have pursued further education to enhance their skills in math, statistics, and engineering.

Responsibilities

• Spend your first two weeks learning the floor, reading logs, and observing processes.
• Work closely with a tight-knit, respectful team to support and lead process improvement projects.
• Analyze shop conditions and standardized work.
• Design, implement, and improve automation and mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with operators and engineers to solve problems in real time.
• Occasionally travel to other sites (once every two months).
• Approximately 10 hours of overtime each week.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Mechanical Engineering with Manufacturing Engineering experience being a plus.
• Strong math and statistics skills.
• Experience in environments like Toyota, Whirlpool, or Honda.
• Familiarity with Fanuc robotics and PLCs.
• Active problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable with standardized work and shop floor analysis.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• History in trades or agriculture.
• Experience with video observation tools.
• Exposure to the Toyota Production System (TPS), without claiming expertise.
  
  

Work Environment

You will report to an experienced leader who values humility, curiosity, and respect. The team is tight-knit, and supportive, fostering a collaborative environment where many have known each other for years. You will be paired with a mentor and given ownership of a project early on, providing the opportunity to grow rapidly if you are willing to get involved and work hands-on. Expect occasional travel to other sites, with approximately 10 hours of overtime weekly

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $85000.00/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 Carrollton,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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