Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Medical Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Profit Sharing

401(k) options

In‑House Training

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Middletown, CT, onsite, to advance precision machining and assembly through tooling, fixturing, and process improvements. You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production to implement automation, support new product introductions, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining AS9100 standards.

The role emphasizes 5S, reliability, and cross-functional teamwork in a high-precision manufacturing environment with strong benefits and

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience with process improvement in machining and assembly environments.
• Hands-on experience developing tooling and fixturing for machining and assembly operations.
• Proficiency with CAD design for tooling and fixturing (SolidWorks or similar).
• Ability to develop and document manufacturing procedures focused on quality and efficiency.
• Experience supporting or integrating automation solutions, including inspection systems.
• Ability to develop calibration and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Experience leading or participating in 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop new tooling, fixtures, and processes for machining and assembly with focus on quality and efficiency.
• Design and implement fixturing solutions for precision machining.
• Create and refine manufacturing procedures to improve throughput.
• Support in-house automated treatment lines to ensure reliable operation.
• Develop calibration and maintenance procedures for production equipment.
• Lead 5S and workplace organization for efficient, safe spaces.
• Evaluate and integrate automation and inspection systems with cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with vendors for capital equipment procurement and installation.

Skills

Machining process improvement

Tooling & fixturing development

CAD design (SolidWorks)

Automation integration

5S/continuous improvement

Quality systems (AS9100)

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description

The Manufacturing Engineer supports precision machining and assembly operations by developing tooling, fixturing, and process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and production output. This role collaborates closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to implement automation, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and support new product introductions. The position focuses on process development, equipment evaluation, preventive maintenance and calibration programs, and optimizing manufacturing workflows in a high-precision environment.

Job title: Manufacturing Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop new tooling, fixtures, and processes for machining and assembly operations with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and repeatability.
• Design and implement fixturing solutions that support precision machining and assembly requirements.
• Create, document, and refine manufacturing procedures for machining and assembly functions to improve consistency and throughput.
• Support daily operational needs of in-house automated treatment lines, ensuring reliable and efficient performance.
• Develop calibration procedures and documentation for production and inspection equipment to maintain accuracy and compliance.
• Create preventative maintenance procedures and documentation to support equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Lead 5S and workplace organization initiatives to create more efficient, safe, and ergonomic workspaces for assembly and inspection operations.
• Implement and support automated inspection systems, working closely with cross-functional teams to integrate them into existing processes.
• Evaluate, recommend, and support the integration of automation solutions, including inspection systems and other automated equipment.
• Collaborate with outside vendors for capital equipment procurement, including specifying requirements and supporting installation and integration.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to support new product introductions and process changes in a precision machining environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing quality, reducing waste, and increasing overall production efficiency.
• Ensure manufacturing processes and documentation align with relevant quality standards, including AS9100, where applicable.

Essential Skills

• 1–3 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline, ideally with exposure to mechanical or machine design.
• Experience with process improvement in machining and assembly environments.
• Hands‑on experience developing tooling and fixturing for machining and assembly operations.
• Proficiency with CAD design for tooling and fixturing (such as SolidWorks or similar CAD software).
• Demonstrated ability to develop and document manufacturing procedures focused on quality and efficiency.
• Experience supporting or integrating automation solutions, including inspection systems, into manufacturing processes.
• Ability to develop calibration and preventative maintenance procedures and related documentation.
• Experience leading or participating in 5S or similar workplace organization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with working in a precision machining environment and collaborating with cross‑functional engineering and production teams.
• Understanding of quality management systems and standards such as AS9100.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanical or Machine Design experience supporting manufacturing processes.
• Experience implementing automated inspection systems in a production environment.
• Exposure to automation integration as a regular part of day‑to‑day engineering activities.
• Experience working with outside vendors for capital equipment specification, procurement, and integration.
• Exposure to aerospace, medical, automotive, or industrial manufacturing applications.
• Interest in continuous improvement, innovation, and the use of modern manufacturing technologies.

Work Environment

This is an onsite, Monday–Friday role based on a modern, state‑of‑the‑art campus in Connecticut. The facility features advanced precision machining and assembly operations, automated treatment lines, and a collaborative engineering environment. Engineers work closely with cross‑functional teams in a setting that emphasizes automation, continuous improvement, and high‑quality production. The organization offers strong benefits, including comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement savings programs, paid time off, and wellness offerings, and promotes long‑term career growth and internal advancement in a stable, industry‑leading manufacturing environment.

Importnant note: **To conform to U.S. export control regulations, the candidate must be a U.S. person (as defined by ITAR/EAR) or be eligible to obtain an export authorization from the U.S. government.**

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Middletown, CT.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $95000.00/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 and Wellness

• Free Medical Insurance: Employees pay zero monthly premiums for medical coverage (such as the Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield plan), which also extends coverage to spouses and families.
• Virtual Care: Access to 24/7 telehealth and mental health counseling support. Financial and Retirement
• Profit Sharing: Generous profit‑sharing programs featuring employer contributions and periodic bonuses.
• Retirement Planning: Standard retirement plans including 401(k) options. Growth and Development
• Tuition Assistance: Up to 100% tuition reimbursement for eligible education and continuous skills training.
• In‑House Training: Comprehensive manufacturing and technical job training programs for varying experience levels. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Middletown,CT. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 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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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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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