Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent

Missouri

On-site

USD 52,000 - 61,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

PTO

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

6AM City, LLC is seeking a Welding Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer in a contract-to-hire role at its Wentzville, MO facility. You will engage with highly automated body shop operations, robots, and welding technologies to accelerate your engineering career.

You'll troubleshoot welding equipment, support robotics installations, and collaborate with maintenance, production, and quality teams to drive continuous improvements while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred (Engineering or related technical field).
Manufacturing internship, co-op, project, or work experience.
Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong communication skills.
Willingness to work overtime and rotating shifts when needed.

Responsibilities

Troubleshooting welding and automated production equipment.
Supporting robotic welding and joining systems.
Collaborating with Maintenance, Production, and Quality teams.
Identifying root causes of manufacturing issues.
Improving welding and production processes.
Supporting new robotics installations and automation upgrades.
Coaching technicians on troubleshooting and process improvements.
Driving continuous improvement projects.
Monitoring production performance, quality, and equipment reliability.
Maintaining safety and quality standards.

Skills

Robotics experience

Welding knowledge

Automation experience

Controls exposure

Communication skills

Overtime willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC exposure

Robotics equipment

Job description

Job Description

Welding Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer

Ready to Fast-Track Your Engineering Career?

If you're an Engineering graduate who wants real-world experience with robotics, automation, welding technology, manufacturing systems, and

world-class production operations, this opportunity could completely change the trajectory of your career.

You'll work inside one of the largest and most technologically advanced automotive manufacturing facilities in the region, supporting highly automated production systems, advanced robotics, welding technologies, and continuous improvement initiatives. Many engineers who start in this group move into leadership positions, controls engineering, manufacturing engineering, robotics, automation, and plant management roles. This team is widely recognized as one of the best professional training grounds in the St. Louis manufacturing market.

Why Engineers Love This Opportunity

What You'll Get

Hands-on exposure to industrial robotics and automation
Work directly with advanced robotic welding systems
Learn from experienced manufacturing, controls, and maintenance professionals
Develop troubleshooting skills that are highly valued across manufacturing industries
Fast-track career progression into engineering leadership, controls engineering, automation, quality, or operations
Exposure to some of the most advanced manufacturing processes in North America
Competitive hourly pay plus significant overtime opportunities
Potential to earn over $90K - $100,000 in your first year

What You'll Be Doing

As a Welding Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer, you'll serve as a technical resource supporting highly automated body shop operations.

Responsibilities include:

Troubleshooting welding and automated production equipment
Supporting robotic welding and joining systems
Working closely with Maintenance, Production, and Quality teams
Identifying root causes of manufacturing issues
Improving welding and production processes
Supporting new robotics installations and automation upgrades
Coaching technicians on troubleshooting and process improvements
Driving continuous improvement projects
Monitoring production performance, quality, and equipment reliability
Helping maintain world-class safety and quality standards

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree preferred (Engineering or related technical field)
Manufacturing internship, co-op, project, or work experience
Strong mechanical and technical aptitude
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong communication skills
Willingness to work overtime and rotating shifts when needed

Highly Preferred

Manufacturing Engineering experience
Welding Engineering experience
Robotics or Automation experience
Controls or PLC exposure
Body Shop manufacturing experience
Automotive manufacturing experience
Knowledge of resistance welding processes

Bottom Line

If you are an ambitious engineer looking for a role that will accelerate your technical development, expose you to advanced robotics and automation, and give you the opportunity to earn near six figures early in your career, this is one of the strongest engineering opportunities currently available in the St. Louis market.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wentzville, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $44.00/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: