Manufacturing Engineer (Entry Level)

Actalent; South Dakota; On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead and support daily operations in the service department. You will develop processes to boost productivity, ensure high-quality service delivery, and collaborate with engineering managers, including HR pre-screens.

The role focuses on manufacturing and process engineering to meet operational goals. The position is contract-based, onsite in Dakota Dunes, SD, with a pay range of $32.00–$40.00 per hour and a benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in computer usage.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily operations in the service department.
• Develop and implement processes to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure high-quality service delivery to meet customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with engineering managers and participate in interviews and possible pre-screens with HR.
• Work on manufacturing and process engineering tasks to support operational goals.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Computer usage

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer to lead and support daily operations within our service department. This role is key to driving productivity, efficiency, and customer satisfaction by developing processes, implementing standard operating procedures, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily operations in the service department.
• Develop and implement processes to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure high-quality service delivery to meet customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with engineering managers and participate in interviews and possible pre-screens with HR.
• Work on manufacturing and process engineering tasks to support operational goals.

Essential Skills

• Experience in manufacturing engineering and process improvement.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred or equivalent experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in computer usage.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, handling multiple projects.
• Well-organized and responsible in managing customer information.
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• Employment contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

Work Environment

The position is in person and may require some travel. The work environment promotes a positive and safety-minded culture. The company is a local industry leader with over 75 years in the South Dakota market.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dakota Dunes, South Dakota.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dakota Dunes, SD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $40.00/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 Dakota Dunes,SD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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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