Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent - Minneapolis, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Minneapolis, MN

10,001+ employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Manufacturing Engineer at Actalent will lead continuous improvement initiatives through hands-on work, focusing on documenting processes, generating designs, and collaborating with production teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Clearly and concisely document both new and existing processes, including Press Brake part creation, Panel part creation, Welding and Spot Welding, Paint and/or finishing, Electro-mechanical assembly.
• Generate part and assembly drawings from new and revised designs.
• Generate packaging requirements.
• Assemble job router packets as required.
• Transfer customer part information into the CAD/CAM system and maintain accurate and consistent part information on computer files.
• Generate fixture designs for manufacturing processes and inspection, utilizing CAD and 3D tools.
• Actively work with Production to define improvements in work stations and processes.
• Participate or conduct Design for Manufacturing Reviews internally and externally with customers.
• Review routings to look for the best manufacturing options and review bills of material to confirm accuracy and finalize shear sizes.
• Gain clarification from customer representatives on models received or DFM changes needed.
• Seek deviations from the original design.
• Drive Design Engineering process improvements.
• Update and recommend new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Train others on engineering standards, specifications, and practices.
• Adhere to engineering standards, specifications, and practices, and make suggestions for their improvement.
• Perform MECR Processing, Time Studies, and NMR Evaluation.

Requirements

• Experience in manufacturing engineering processes and documentation.
• Proficiency in CAD and 3D design tools.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as welding, assembly, and finishing.
• Ability to conduct time studies and process evaluations.
• Excellent communication skills for training and collaboration with production teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles.
• Familiarity with industry standards and specifications.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.