What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Title:
Assembly Engineer
Job Description:
As an Assembly Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of assembly lines, leading continuous improvement projects, and implementing lean manufacturing principles. Your role will involve troubleshooting and modifying PLCs, conducting time and labor studies, defect reduction studies, process control changes, and executing cost-saving projects to enhance line efficiency. This position requires hands-on involvement and direct support of the assembly process, with a focus on either the sub-lines or main lines of the TNGA 4-cylinder engines.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure smooth operation of assembly lines through continuous improvement projects.
- Implement lean manufacturing techniques to enhance production efficiency.
- Troubleshoot and modify PLCs for optimal performance.
- Conduct time studies, labor studies, and defect reduction studies.
- Initiate process control changes and cost-saving projects.
- Support the assembly process directly, taking ownership of the process.
- Utilize tightening tools, robotics, PLCs, and vision systems (Keyence/Cognex).
- Facilitate machine-to-machine communication and testing equipment usage.
Essential Skills:
- 3 years of experience in the automotive industry.
- Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting, including ladder logic.
- Familiarity with vision systems, particularly Cognex and Keyence.
- Experience with robotics/cobots (Universal/Fanuc).
- Project management skills.
- Expertise in cycle time and cost reduction.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is highly desired.
- Experience working closely with maintenance and production teams.
- Knowledge of Robotics.
- Understanding of communication protocols such as DeviceNet, Ethernet IP, and MODBUS.
Work Environment:
This role is based in an engine manufacturing plant where 4 and 6-cylinder engines are machined and assembled. The work environment includes 80% time spent on the manufacturing floor and 20% at the desk. This position offers the opportunity to learn all areas of the plant and gain visibility across all levels of leadership by leading projects in a supportive company culture.
Job Type & Location:
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, Alabama
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.84 - $48.07/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 Huntsville,AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2025.
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.
Salary : $29 - $48
