Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a crucial role in evaluating product designs and specifications to ensure safe and efficient manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for developing and updating fabrication drawings, creating models for sheet metal components, and designing support structures based on project requirements.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate product designs, drawings, and specifications to ensure they can be manufactured safely and efficiently.
- Develop and update fabrication drawings, layouts, and engineering documentation to support production.
- Create 2D and 3D models for sheet metal components, assemblies, and custom fabricated products.
- Design support structures, mounting systems, and other fabricated components based on project requirements.
- Prepare bills of material (BOMs), material takeoffs, and production documentation.
- Assist with inventory planning, material usage tracking, and manufacturing records.
- Program and maintain fabrication equipment using applicable CAD/CAM software.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and customers on product enhancements and custom solutions.
- Analyze manufacturing workflows and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost.
- Investigate production issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
- Ensure processes comply with quality standards and documented procedures.
- Provide technical guidance to production personnel regarding equipment, fabrication methods, and best practices.
- Promote a safe work environment and support all company safety initiatives.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related Engineering discipline.
- 0-3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, sheet metal fabrication, or a related field.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar 2D CAD platforms.
- Experience with Inventor, SolidWorks, or comparable 3D CAD software.
- Working knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes, including laser cutting, press brake operations, welding, and assembly.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing process development, quality systems, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with CAM programming software preferred.
- Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
- Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge.
Work Environment
The work environment consists of an open office cubicle space with low separation barriers, fostering easy collaboration. The team is very positive, and most members are friendly, making it a great fit for individuals who are curious and have a positive attitude. The company is experiencing growth with a 490,000 square-foot expansion at their Des Moines location, providing ample opportunities for career advancement.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Des Moines, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $80000.00/yr. 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. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and sick leave
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Des Moines, IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA. 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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