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Actalent Manufacturing Engineer in Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Eden Prairie, MN
As a SR Manufacturing Engineer, you will
play a key role in the design, development, and improvement of manufacturing
processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and overall productivity. Leveraging
your extensive experience and technical expertise, you will lead projects,
collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the continuous
improvement of manufacturing operations.
What you will be doing:
Project Management
Manage and lead projects related to process improvement, cost reduction, and new product introductions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution within defined timelines and budget constraints.
Work closely with product design teams to ensure that designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and align with production capabilities.
Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on manufacturability and process considerations.
Process Development
Lead the design and development of manufacturing processes, ensuring alignment with production goals and quality standards.
Implement improvements to existing processes, utilizing Lean and Six Sigma principles to optimize efficiency.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and implement solutions to increase overall effectiveness.
Drive initiatives to reduce waste, improve cycle times, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
Provide technical support to manufacturing teams, troubleshooting and resolving issues related to processes, equipment, and materials.
Quality Assurance/Compliance
Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to implement measures that enhance product quality and reliability.
Develop and implement quality control procedures and systems.
Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards, and safety protocols.
Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry best practices.
Conduct cost analysis for manufacturing processes, identifying opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality.
Must have for this role:
Must be Export Control Compliant (ITAR) ☒ Yes ☐ No
4-year degree in engineering
5+ years related experience, or 3+ years related experience and a Masters Degree, or a PhD
Extensive experience in manufacturing engineering, with a focus on process development, optimization, and project management.
Proficient in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in leading cross-functional teams.
Familiarity with CAD software and manufacturing simulation tools.
Knowledge of industry regulations and standards.
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Nice to have:
Master’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical
Previous experience using additive manufacturing
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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.