Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title:

Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer provides direct, hands‑on support to active production lines, ensuring operational continuity and resolving issues that impact throughput, quality, or safety. This role focuses heavily on troubleshooting production stops, repairing or redesigning tooling and fixtures, and supporting operators with real‑time engineering solutions.

• Provide hands‑on support to production lines to ensure operational continuity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues such as damaged tools, mold defects, part nonconformances, and safety concerns.
• Repair or redesign tooling and fixtures using CAD software, particularly Solid Works.
• Manage Requests for Engineering Assistance (REAs) to improve material handling, manufacturing instructions, and processes.
• Collaborate with production leads, quality engineering, and operations to drive continuous improvement and maintain seamless production flow.

• Strong troubleshooting skills and practical mechanical understanding.
• Proficiency in CAD software, with Solid Works required and CATIA as a plus.
• Experience in manufacturing environments and process improvement.
• Ability to handle and update Requests for Engineering Assistance (REAs).
• Clear writing and documentation skills.

• Experience in fixture design and documentation management.
• Experience in aerospace engineering is beneficial.
• Project management skills are desirable.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.

The work environment is a manufacturing setting where the engineer will be actively engaged on the production floor, working closely with engineers and operators. The role requires problem solving, troubleshooting, and a hands‑on approach.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mcminnville, OR.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 – $48.00 per hour.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Mcminnville, OR. The Final date to receive applications is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026.

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 actalentaccom for other accommodation options.