What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manufacturing Engineer position at Actalent?
For immediate consideration, please email resume to jonukwugha@actalentservices.com! I will be conducting phone screens for this role this week and next week!
Hiring for a Manufacturing Engineer in Meriden!
Job Description
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will lead critical initiatives in equipment reliability, tooling, and technology integration. This role involves developing and managing a comprehensive plant-wide preventive maintenance program, overseeing the tool room, and designing custom machine parts and tooling to support ongoing operations and capital investments. The engineer will also be responsible for integrating new machinery and advanced technologies into production. The position requires a deep understanding of manufacturing systems, strong mechanical design skills, and a commitment to Lean principles and operational excellence. This is an exempt, on-site position located at the Meriden, CT facility.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive Preventive Maintenance (PM) Program across all manufacturing equipment.
- Lead day-to-day operations of the Tool Room, ensuring timely availability of tooling, spare parts, and custom components.
- Design and detail custom machine components, fixtures, and tooling using SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software.
- Lead the specification, selection, and integration of new manufacturing machinery and automation technologies.
- Collaborate with Maintenance, Production, and Engineering teams to optimize equipment uptime and reliability.
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve equipment performance, safety, and cost-efficiency.
- Manage capital improvement projects related to equipment upgrades and new technology integration.
- Work closely with vendors for machine part fabrication, custom builds, and system upgrades.
- Maintain accurate documentation for PM schedules, tooling drawings, machine modifications, and project plans.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, quality, and regulatory standards in equipment design and operation.
Essential Skills
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with industrial equipment and systems.
- Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks required) for part and tooling design.
- Solid knowledge of PM program development and CMMS platforms.
- Demonstrated experience managing tool rooms or precision fabrication environments.
- Familiarity with machinery integration, automation systems, and process equipment design.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
- Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
- Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- 7 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role, preferably within a high-mix or continuous manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience with PM systems, machine design, and production equipment integration.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, Microsoft Office Suite, and project tracking tools.
- Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred.
Work Environment
This position is located at the Meriden, CT facility and requires on-site presence. It involves working closely with various teams to ensure the seamless integration of new technologies and the optimization of existing systems. The work environment is production-oriented, necessitating the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. The role offers some of the best benefits in the state, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified candidates.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Meriden, Connecticut.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $125000.00/yr.
medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, sick time
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Meriden,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 1, 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 : $110,000 - $125,000