Plant Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Plant Engineer who will play a pivotal role in guiding our engineering team towards process improvements and feasibility studies. As a Subject Matter Expert, you will oversee equipment and machinery-related matters, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.

Responsibilities Include

• Provide guidance to the engineering team on process improvements and feasibility studies.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert for all equipment and machinery-related issues.
• Procure parts, labor, and equipment, and execute projects with general contractors for installation and integration.
• Maintain and improve product engineering documentation and manufacturing Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Develop and optimize manufacturing process routings and methods.
• Recommend product and tooling designs for production efficiency.
• Design efficient plant layouts and workflows.
• Partner with the Maintenance Manager for preventative maintenance schedules and equipment oversight.

 Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical preferred)
• 5 years in manufacturing or industrial engineering; plastics industry preferred
• Experienced with capital expenditure and oversight of equipment installation and commissioning
• Strong knowledge of process optimization, equipment automation, and validation
• Experience leading small teams or cross-functional groups

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elyria, OH.

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $55.00/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 Elyria,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 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 : $48 - $55