Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer 2nd Shift Job Description Sr. Manufacturing Engineer supports air-cooled chiller manufacturing operations as the primary technical resource on 2nd shift. This role focuses on designing and improving manufacturing processes, resolving complex production issues, and ensuring safe, efficient, and repeatable operations across mechanical assembly, electrical integration, controls systems, and product testing. The engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to meet customer expectations for quality, delivery, and cost while driving continuous improvement and supporting new product introductions. Responsibilities

- Provide day-to-day manufacturing engineering support for air-cooled chiller production operations on 2nd shift.
- Lead the resolution of complex manufacturing issues involving mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, controls, and testing processes.
- Identify and eliminate manufacturing constraints that impact safety, product quality, delivery performance, or production cost.
- Support production teams in achieving operational performance objectives, including throughput, quality, and efficiency targets.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes for mechanical assembly, electrical integration, and factory testing operations.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, increase throughput, and improve overall manufacturing efficiency.
- Develop, maintain, and update manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flows, and standard operating procedures.
- Partner with Industrial Engineering on factory flow optimization, capacity planning, and productivity improvement initiatives.
- Troubleshoot electrical assemblies, control panels, wiring systems, sensors, actuators, and communication networks used in production.
- Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and controls documentation to support assembly, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
- Support root cause investigations related to electrical, controls, and software-related production issues and implement corrective actions.
- Develop and improve manufacturing processes for electrical assembly and test operations to ensure consistency and reliability.
- Troubleshoot mechanical assembly issues involving refrigeration systems, piping, structural assemblies, and electromechanical components.
- Support process improvements related to assembly methods, tooling, fixtures, and material presentation to operators.
- Collaborate with Product Engineering to improve manufacturability, reduce complexity, and increase assembly efficiency.
- Support new product launches through process development, production readiness activities, and manufacturing validation.
- Participate in design reviews and provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback to ensure products are optimized for production.
- Ensure manufacturing processes are capable of meeting safety, quality, delivery, and cost requirements before product launch.
- Contribute to the planning of layout for assembly and materials handling to optimize factory flow and production efficiency.
- Adapt machine or equipment designs to factory and production conditions to improve performance and ease of use.
- Plan sequences of operations and specify procedures for the fabrication of tools, equipment, and other functions that affect product performance.

Essential Skills

- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related Technology field.
- Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing engineering or automation experience.
- Strong understanding of both mechanical and electrical systems in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues spanning product design, assembly processes, controls, and testing.
- Proficiency in interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and controls documentation.
- Experience developing and improving manufacturing processes for mechanical assembly, electrical integration, and testing.
- Demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives in a production setting.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Quality, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Product Engineering.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Experience with industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Profinet, or Modbus.
- Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) integration and data collection systems.
- Exposure to Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing principles.
- Experience applying lean manufacturing tools and methodologies in a factory environment.
- Ability to support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) activities and design reviews.
- Comfort working across mechanical, electrical, controls, and software-related aspects of manufacturing.
- Experience supporting new product introductions, including process development and manufacturing validation.

Work Environment This role is based in a manufacturing facility focused on the production of air-cooled chillers, involving mechanical assembly, electrical integration, controls systems, and product testing. The position is primarily assigned to 2nd shift, with schedules that may include either a MondayThursday 10-hour shift from approximately 4:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. or a MondayFriday 8-hour shift from approximately 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. There may also be interaction with 3rd shift operations, typically around 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., with some flexibility as needed. The environment includes working around production equipment, tools, fixtures, and test stations, as well as collaboration with operations, quality, industrial engineering, supply chain, maintenance, and product engineering teams. The role supports a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork, with a strong emphasis on consistent processes, clear documentation, and reliable production performance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Charlotte, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $48.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Charlotte, NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC. About Actalent

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