What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manufacturing Engineer position at Actalent?
Description
We are seeking a hands‑on Senior Manufacturing Engineer to own and improve manual assembly and molding processes for single‑use catheter products. The role is 60% on the production floor and 40% at the desk (often approaching 50/50), driving process capability, scaling output to additional machines, and producing crisp technical documentation in a regulated environment.
Analyze, stabilize, and scale manual/semi‑automated manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding of juncture hubs, pad printing, tipping, drilling) with an IQ/OQ/PQ mindset.
Design/improve tooling and fixtures; collaborate on CAM/CNC workflows; support fast turn tool changes on the floor.
Generate clear work instructions, technical reports, and product/test documentation (including biocompatibility strategy inputs) aligned to quality system and standards.
Drive continuous improvement in a highly manual assembly environment; apply basic statistics (trend charts, Cpk/Ppk understanding) to justify decisions.
Partner closely with the VP of Engineering to accelerate NPI and cleanroom expansion deliverables.
Contribute to facilities/cleanroom reliability as needed (wear many hats in a small, flexible team).
Skills
Manufacturing engineering, SolidWorks, process improvement, Manufacturing process, Project management, Engineering, six sigma green belt, medical device
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Engineering Degree
Manufacturing engineering in manual assembly and injection molding environments.
Tooling/fixture design and rapid iteration; CAM/CNC collaboration.
Regulated industry experience; executes within a quality system; understands IQ/OQ/PQ.
Technical writing: work instructions, verification/validation documentation; crisp, complete sentences.
Data analysis in Excel; basic stats; capability awareness (Cpk/Ppk).
SolidWorks literacy (light usage).
Self‑starter who identifies and owns projects without step‑by‑step direction.
Nice‑to‑have: Six Sigma Green Belt; prior med‑device.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Austin, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $34.00 - $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)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 2026.
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 : $34 - $55