Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Contract Manufacturing Engineer in Brookfield, WI to sustain and improve production efficiencies across assembly operations. The role emphasizes Lean tools, capital expenditure awareness, and strong collaboration with shop floor teams.

The position is onsite, with a 9–12 month contract window and a pay range of $40–$46 per hour. Candidates should have an engineering degree or equivalent experience and be able to engage with safety, quality, and performance goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in Manufacturing Engineering.
• Knowledge of capital expenditure and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing and industrial engineering.
• Ability to perform materials management and optimization.
• Experience with SolidWorks, Time Study, Workflow Analysis, Layout Design, and Process Improvement.
• Engineering degree preferred; equivalent work experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Sustain and improve production efficiencies across assembly operations.
• Apply Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering and Lean tool set principles effectively.
• Focus on improving internal and external customer-supplier relationships.
• Deliver business value by achieving Safety, Quality, and operational performance expectations.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering experience

Lean & continuous improvement

Materials management & optimization

SolidWorks automation tools

Time Study

Education

Engineering degree preferred

Equivalent work experience considered

Tools

SolidWorks

Time Study

Workflow Analysis

Layout Design

Process Improvement

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing EngineerJob Description

This is a contract role lasting between 9 months to 1 year. The successful candidate will be responsible for sustaining and improving production efficiencies across assembly operations. The aim is to deliver business value by meeting Safety, Quality, and operational performance expectations. The role involves applying a demonstrated working knowledge of Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering and Lean tool set principles, with a particular focus on enhancing internal and external customer-supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Sustain and improve production efficiencies across assembly operations.
• Apply Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering and Lean tool set principles effectively.
• Focus on improving internal and external customer-supplier relationships.
• Deliver business value by achieving Safety, Quality, and operational performance expectations.

Essential Skills

• Experience in Manufacturing Engineering.
• Knowledge of capital expenditure and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing and industrial engineering.
• Ability to perform materials management and optimization.
• Experience with SolidWorks, Time Study, Workflow Analysis, Layout Design, and Process Improvement.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• A degree in engineering is preferred, but equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Experience working in a machine shop is beneficial.

Work Environment

Candidates will work in an office environment with frequent interaction with the manufacturing facility itself. This involves engaging with the shop floor as part of the role.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $46.00/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 BROOKFIELD,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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.

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.

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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.