Precision Manufacturing Engineer: Tooling & Automation

Actalent; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Medical Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Profit Sharing

401(k) options

In‑House Training

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Middletown, CT, onsite, to advance precision machining and assembly through tooling, fixturing, and process improvements. You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production to implement automation, support new product introductions, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining AS9100 standards.

The role emphasizes 5S, reliability, and cross-functional teamwork in a high-precision manufacturing environment with strong benefits and

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience with process improvement in machining and assembly environments.
• Hands-on experience developing tooling and fixturing for machining and assembly operations.
• Proficiency with CAD design for tooling and fixturing (SolidWorks or similar).
• Ability to develop and document manufacturing procedures focused on quality and efficiency.
• Experience supporting or integrating automation solutions, including inspection systems.
• Ability to develop calibration and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Experience leading or participating in 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop new tooling, fixtures, and processes for machining and assembly with focus on quality and efficiency.
• Design and implement fixturing solutions for precision machining.
• Create and refine manufacturing procedures to improve throughput.
• Support in-house automated treatment lines to ensure reliable operation.
• Develop calibration and maintenance procedures for production equipment.
• Lead 5S and workplace organization for efficient, safe spaces.
• Evaluate and integrate automation and inspection systems with cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with vendors for capital equipment procurement and installation.

Skills

Machining process improvement

Tooling & fixturing development

CAD design (SolidWorks)

Automation integration

5S/continuous improvement

Quality systems (AS9100)

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Middletown, CT, onsite, to advance precision machining and assembly through tooling, fixturing, and process improvements. You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production to implement automation, support new product introductions, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining AS9100 standards.

The role emphasizes 5S, reliability, and cross-functional teamwork in a high-precision manufacturing environment with strong benefits and