Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Actalent; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 73,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Non-Executive Bonus

PTO

12 Paid holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

FHA & HSA accounts

401(k) with company match

Disability & AD&D insurance

Parental Leave

Tuition & Training reimbursement

Wellness Programs with incentives

Employee Engagement Activities

Community Service Initiatives

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a skilled professional for a permanent, on-site role in Hagerstown, MD. You will set up, inspect, and adjust mechanical, electrical, electronic, and software control systems on grinding machine systems.

This position requires 5+ years of CNC troubleshooting/Programming, strong analytical skills, and willingness to travel to customer locations for installations, service, and training.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering or electronics or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of troubleshooting or programming CNC grinders, lathes, or mills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start up, inspect, and adjust mechanical, electrical, electronic, and software control systems on machine systems.
• Document and compile data required during and after the inspection process for both customer and company.
• Operate and maintain instrumentation for analysis, troubleshooting, and resolution of machine issues, including completing machine vibration analysis and reports.
• Load and download software to enable machine control systems to perform required functions for grinding cycles.
• Perform machine capability studies and program data collection systems to analyze data effectively.
• Verify, edit, troubleshoot, repair, and adjust electronic control systems for machine operations.
• Direct assembly floor technicians on machine start-up, setup, qualification, and quality documentation resolutions.
• Provide technical assistance for setup technicians in preparing the machine for grinding.
• Utilize statistical data knowledge to set up grinding machines to meet customer specifications and provide recommendations to achieve desired results.
• Work in conjunction with mechanical and control engineers in designing machine operations and meeting customer requirements.
• Interface with customer personnel both in-house and at customer plants.
• Educate customers and employees on instrumentation as required.
• Assist in managing and participating in special or developmental projects under manufacturing management.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and represent the department as an industry leader.
• Understand and practice appropriate safety procedures and support safety programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Engineering basics

Centerless grinding

Six Sigma White Belt

CNC & PLC

5+ years CNC experience

Analytical thinking

Computer literacy

Travel willingness

Communication

Problem solving

Accountability

Education

Associate degree in engineering/electronics

Tools

CNC control systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Set up, start up, inspect, and adjust mechanical, electrical, electronic, and software control systems on machine systems.
• Document and compile data required during and after the inspection process for both customer and company.
• Operate and maintain instrumentation for analysis, troubleshooting, and resolution of machine issues, including completing machine vibration analysis and reports.
• Load and download software to enable machine control systems to perform required functions for grinding cycles.
• Perform machine capability studies and program data collection systems to analyze data effectively.
• Verify, edit, troubleshoot, repair, and adjust electronic control systems for machine operations.
• Direct assembly floor technicians on machine start-up, setup, qualification, and quality documentation resolutions.
• Provide technical assistance for setup technicians in preparing the machine for grinding.
• Utilize statistical data knowledge to set up grinding machines to meet customer specifications and provide recommendations to achieve desired results.
• Work in conjunction with mechanical and control engineers in designing machine operations and meeting customer requirements.
• Interface with customer personnel both in-house and at customer plants.
• Educate customers and employees on instrumentation as required.
• Assist in managing and participating in special or developmental projects under manufacturing management.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and represent the department as an industry leader.
• Understand and practice appropriate safety procedures and support safety programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in engineering, troubleshooting, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience with centerless grinding.
• GMP knowledge and at least a Six Sigma White Belt certification.
• Knowledgeable of CNC machines with servo drives, motors, and PLC troubleshooting and control.
• Minimum of an associate degree in engineering or electronics or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in troubleshooting or programming CNC grinders, lathes, or mills.
• Analytical ability to develop structured approaches and select design components.
• Working knowledge of computer systems and application to machine controls.
• Willingness to travel to customer locations for installation, service, demonstrations, and training as needed.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate accountability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively with others in an honest and straightforward manner.
• Strong work ethic, regular attendance, and timeliness.
• Ability to observe confidentiality and support company values.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position, requiring availability five days per week, with occasional travel as needed. The role may require overtime and working on 'off-shifts' based on business needs. Employees have the opportunity to live locally in Hagerstown for a year, after which there is flexibility to reside anywhere in the United States.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Hagerstown, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $93600.00/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.

Benefits:

• Annual Non-Executive Bonus
• PTO
• 12 Paid holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• FHA & HSA accounts
• 401(k) with 100% vested ownership of company match
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability & Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Parental Leave
• Tuition & Training reimbursement
• Wellness Programs with $ Incentives
• Employee Engagement Activities
• Community Service Initiatives

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hagerstown,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Reasonable Accommodation

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.