Job Information
Actalent Process Engineer in Salem, New Hampshire
Process Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Process Engineer to own and enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring improved efficiency, consistency, and overall operational performance. The role involves creating and maintaining process documentation and implementing improvements to minimize waste and enhance quality.
Responsibilities
Enhance manufacturing processes to boost efficiency and consistency.
Create, maintain, and update process documentation, operating standards, and control methods.
Identify and implement waste reduction and process improvement strategies.
Analyze process performance using statistical and data-driven methods.
Support risk analysis activities and ensure effective mitigation of process risks.
Plan and execute validation of equipment, tooling, and process changes.
Lead and participate in continuous improvement efforts using Lean and structured problem-solving tools.
Evaluate production constraints and implement solutions to improve throughput and flow.
Develop and implement error-proofing, visual management, and standardization practices.
Provide hands-on support to manufacturing operations to resolve process issues and minimize downtime.
Collaborate with Quality to address defects, nonconformances, and yield improvement initiatives.
Work with Maintenance to support equipment reliability and preventive maintenance alignment.
Support new product and process introductions by developing routings, work instructions, and training materials.
Participate in manufacturability reviews and ensure processes are production-ready prior to launch.
Establish and monitor key manufacturing performance metrics and drive improvement actions.
Build and maintain reports or dashboards to support data-based decision making.
Support cost reduction initiatives through process optimization and simplification.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related engineering discipline.
4+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering roles.
Formal problem solving (8D, 5Whys, etc.)
Experience in structured, quality-focused manufacturing environments.
Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
Experience developing process documentation, control methods, and risk assessments.
Ability and willingness to work hands-on in a manufacturing setting.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in industries requiring high product reliability or safety-critical performance is preferred.
Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent training is preferred.
Familiarity with manufacturing systems, ERP platforms, or production data tools is preferred.
Comfortable spending regular time on the manufacturing floor is preferred.
Ability to support occasional off-shift activities during launches or investigations is preferred.
Ability to meet basic physical requirements of a production environment is preferred.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salem, NH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $115000.00/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 Salem,NH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.