Job Information
Actalent Manufacturing Engineer in Burnsville, Minnesota
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Engineer with a strong knowledge in mechanical assembly and special processes such as brazing, welding, and potting. The ideal candidate will work independently with minimal oversight, possess excellent attention to detail, and demonstrate creativity in providing innovative solutions to complex manufacturing issues.
Responsibilities
Develop specific methods and instructions for the manufacture and/or assembly of products.
Identify potential fabrication problems and develop fixturing and process updates to address them.
Collaborate with internal teams to implement improvements.
Observe, document, and review production builds on the shop floor.
Analyze and investigate defects found during the manufacturing process and determine corrective actions.
Establish touch labor cost targets for shop/lab activities as requested.
Define tool and gauge requirements and provide necessary input and support to the tool design group.
Ensure the availability of correct tools and gauges when needed in the process as prescribed by process documentation.
Propose engineering changes to determine feasibility, producibility, and delta labor impact.
Essential Skills
Manufacturing engineering
Lean manufacturing
Six Sigma
BS in Engineering
1-3 years of experience as a manufacturing engineer
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in the aerospace industry is a plus
Work Environment
The position is onsite in a manufacturing environment. The work schedule is 1st shift, Monday through Friday, approximately 7 AM to 3 PM, subject to business needs.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Burnsville, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $37.00/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 Burnsville,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.