Manufacturing Site Engineer

Actalent; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k

PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Manufacturing Site Engineer to drive continuous improvement across the full value chain at our Oshkosh, WI facility. You will analyze processes, identify opportunities, and collaborate with operations to implement improvements that improve quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities include leading capital projects, supporting facility transformations, maintaining process documentation, and applying lean, data-driven approaches to achieve safety, cost, and delivery targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology required.
• 3–5 years in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on process development and optimization experience.
• Proven capital projects experience in manufacturing settings.
• CAD tool proficiency to design layouts, fixtures, and tooling.
• PLC programming experience and integration with production lines.
• Strong communication and multi-project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage capital projects, outages, and contractors.
• Support facility transformation and tech transfer for production lines.
• Create and maintain detailed process documentation and policies.
• Apply demand-driven strategies to improve flexibility and responsiveness.
• Lead PLC programming and equipment integration for production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet safety, quality, cost and delivery goals.
• Monitor metrics and perform data‑driven root-cause analysis.

Skills

Process improvement

Capital projects

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven analysis

Project management

Lean principles

Manufacturing engineering

PLC programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ProE (Pro/Engineer)

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Site Engineer

Job Description

The Manufacturing Site Engineer drives ongoing process improvement initiatives across the full manufacturing value chain. This role focuses on developing and enhancing manufacturing processes and product quality by analyzing products and production methods, identifying opportunities for improvement, and collaborating closely with manufacturing personnel to ensure that improvement plans are effectively implemented.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and partner with Operations to plan, organize, and execute capital projects, including managing outages, contractors, and equipment to ensure safe and efficient completion.
• Contribute to facility transformation efforts, technology transfer activities, and the ongoing maintenance of mixed-model production lines or value streams.
• Ensure the continued success of process improvement initiatives by creating, implementing, and maintaining policies, procedures, and detailed process documentation.
• Implement demand-driven principles and strategies that support operational excellence and long-range business plans, with a focus on flexibility, speed, and responsiveness.
• Generate and contribute innovative ideas that improve business results, operational efficiency, and product quality.
• Deploy standard tools, methodologies, standards, practices, and processes used within the organization to support consistent engineering and operational performance.
• Define and implement continuous improvement objectives that enhance customer satisfaction and fulfillment performance.
• Design and manage area layouts and process definitions to optimize material flow, ergonomics, and production efficiency.
• Lead PLC programming activities and oversee the design, selection, justification, and implementation of equipment, programs, and tooling to support manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that engineering solutions align with safety, quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Monitor performance metrics and use data-driven analysis to identify root causes of issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support training and guidance for production and maintenance teams on new processes, equipment, and standards.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology.
• 3–5 years of related experience in an engineering function within a similar manufacturing environment.
• 3–5 years of experience in the engineering field, working directly with manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Hands‑on experience in manufacturing engineering, including process development and optimization.
• Proven experience managing capital projects within a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency with CAD software, particularly AutoCAD, and experience using CAD tools to design layouts, fixtures, and tooling.
• Ability to drive efficiency improvements and measurable results through engineering initiatives.
• Experience with PLC programming and integration of equipment into production processes.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for effective collaboration with operations and production teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD platforms such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and/or ProE.
• Knowledge of lean principles and process improvement methodologies.
• Experience leading and coordinating diverse project teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with demand‑driven operational strategies focused on flexibility, speed, and responsiveness.
• Ability to develop and maintain process documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills with a data‑driven approach.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute innovative ideas that enhance business performance.

Work Environment

This role operates in a dynamic manufacturing environment that includes mixed‑model production lines and evolving value streams. The Manufacturing Site Engineer works closely with operations, production, maintenance, and contractors to support capital projects and process improvements. The position involves regular use of engineering and CAD software tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and ProE, as well as PLC programming interfaces and various manufacturing equipment and tooling. Work typically occurs on‑site in a plant setting where attention to safety, quality, and operational efficiency is essential. The engineer may spend time both in office areas for planning, analysis, and documentation, and on the production floor for implementation, observation, and troubleshooting. Standard business hours generally apply, with flexibility required during project execution, outages, and equipment installations. Attire is typically appropriate for a manufacturing environment, balancing professional appearance with safety requirements such as protective gear when working on the production floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Oshkosh, WI.

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, Vision, Dental, 401k, PTO

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oshkosh,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.

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.