What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Actalent?
We are seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer with extensive experience in project leadership and project management within an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) environment. This role will be responsible for managing a high volume of complex projects, including new model launches, ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with strong technical knowledge and exceptional organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage multiple large-scale projects from concept through production, ensuring alignment with OEM standards and customer requirements.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to achieve project milestones and deliverables.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets; monitor progress and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Drive new model introduction projects, overseeing design validation, tooling, and production readiness.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external customers, providing regular updates and status reports.
- Identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
- Optimize processes and workflows to improve efficiency and reduce lead times for OEM projects.
- Prepare technical documentation, including engineering specifications, BOMs, and change management records.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to strategic planning for future OEM programs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field).
- 5 years of experience in project engineering or project management within an OEM manufacturing environment.
- Proven track record of leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects with tight deadlines.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, product development, and OEM standards.
- Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, ERP systems) and CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks preferred).
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $74000.00 - $100000.00/yr.
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical coverage with options for HSAs and HRAs.
Retirement Plans: 401(k) options with tax-advantaged contributions.
Paid Time Off: PTO accrues slowly
Telehealth Access: More affordable and accessible healthcare options.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Burlington,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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 : $74,000 - $100,000