Entry-Level Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Entry-Level Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

As an Entry-Level Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing efficient manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production efficiency and quality while providing technical support and expertise during the product development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production efficiency and quality.
• Provide technical support and expertise during the product development lifecycle.

Essential Skills

• Process improvement
• Mechanical engineering
• Manufacturing process
• Manufacturing engineering
• Mechanical design
• Industrial engineering
• Electrical engineering
• Hydraulic system knowledge
• Project management
• Data analysis
• Process engineering
• Continuous improvement
• Lean manufacturing

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BSME or Bachelors in Engineering
• Experience within a manufacturing setting
• Experience with electrical design, tooling, assembly, and hydraulics

Work Environment

This position is set in a standard manufacturing environment with an office setting. The company offers full medical coverage, a supportive team environment, and opportunities to work on new projects as the company continues to grow. Employees enjoy some of the best benefits in central Kentucky.

This is a Contract position based out of LANCASTER, KY.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in LANCASTER,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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.

Salary : $27 - $32