Manufacturing Engineer

Company: Actalent
Location: Big Lake
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Responsibilities Develop and maintain cost-effective processes and procedures. Advocate and implement the highest quality standards and LEAN principles. Assess and communicate technical specifications to all departments. Provide design for manufacturability feedback to appropriate audiences. Identify and complete continuous improvement projects. Create and coordinate engineering studies. Assist in the development of tool design and CNC programming. Design and implement fixtures. Create and modify BOM/BOO routings within the ERP system using change control processes. Assist with costing and quoting functions. Resolve daily manufacturing issues per LEAP structure. Maintain documentation for engineering changes and manufacturing processes. Coordinate measurement methods with quality programmers and engineers. Maintain machining and secondary operational processes. Essential Skills 3 years of experience in medical device machining/manufacturing. Proficiency in process and continuous improvement. ERP system management experience. Familiarity with Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles. Proficiency in tooling, SolidWorks, CNC programming, tooling design, BOM generation, and machining processes. Experience with CNC Swiss and CNC milling. Knowledge of fixture design and Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Understanding of ISO standards. Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or an associate degree with 4 years of relevant experience. Experience with CAD software. Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment, especially Word and Excel. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. Experience in the design and selection of fixturing and tooling for complex parts is preferred. Experience in a precision machine shop environment is preferred. LEAN / Six Sigma training and demonstrated application is preferred. Experience with CAM software, particularly Swiss or Milling, is preferred. Experience working within an ISO environment is preferred. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Big Lake, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $100000.00/yr. Health & Insurance Benefits: - Medical plans = LISI contributes a generous portion of the premium cost. - Dental plan = employer?supported. - Voluntary vision plan = low?cost, employee?elected. - Basic Life Insurance = 100% employer?paid. - Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) = 100% employer?paid. - Short?term disability = 100% employer?paid. - Long?term disability = 100% employer?paid. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) = 100% employer?paid. Retirement & Savings: - Retirement contributions (details referenced in the summary, plan documents hold the specifics). Spending Accounts: - Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Dependent Care FSA Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Big Lake,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 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 for other accommodation options.

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