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 Apr 21, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.