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Manufacturing Engineer (1-4 Years)

Actalent
Sunnyvale, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 7/10/2026 CLOSED ON 8/9/2026

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Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer (1-3 Years of experience)

Job Description

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will support New Product Introductions (NPIs) and facilitate technical transfer activities into manufacturing. You will play a crucial role in system-related projects, document updates, and validation support, contributing to the success of our manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with system-related projects and update documentation to support manufacturing processes.
  • Author and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and other essential manufacturing documentation.
  • Support change control activities, including managing Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
  • Track project tasks, action items, and timelines to ensure timely execution.
  • Analyze production or system data using Excel or similar tools to support issue resolution and process improvements.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to address technical or process-related issues.
  • Ensure all work aligns with site quality systems and documentation requirements.

Essential Skills

  • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and validation processes.
  • Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
  • Ability to support New Product Introductions (NPIs) and technical transfer activities.
  • Proficiency in authoring and revising SOPs, work instructions, and other manufacturing documentation.
  • Experience in managing change control activities, including Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
  • Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Design Transfer.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Exposure to NPI or tech transfer activities.
  • Experience working in a regulated or quality-driven environment.
  • Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems or manufacturing software tools.
  • Experience supporting system implementations or upgrades.

Work Environment

The role operates within a regulated manufacturing environment, emphasizing quality and precision. Employees are expected to work collaboratively across various departments, utilizing advanced technologies and manufacturing software tools. The position requires adherence to site quality systems and documentation standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sunnyvale, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $44.00 - $44.00/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 Sunnyvale,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 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.

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