Manufacturing Engineer

Company: Actalent
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Job Description Join our dynamic team as a Manufacturing Engineer where you will play a pivotal role in creating manufacturing instructions, designing tooling, and implementing cost reduction projects. Your expertise will help shape our innovative production processes and contribute to our legacy of excellence. Responsibilities Create manufacturing instructions including bill of material, process routing, and cost estimates. Design tooling and shop aids used in the production process. Identify and implement cost reduction projects on legacy products. Make material and construction recommendations as needed. Provide tool designs as required. Document processes and procedures. Essential Skills 5-7 years’ experience in production engineering, preferably in the aerospace arena. Ability to estimate run times for machining and assembly operations. ERP systems knowledge and Microsoft Office experience. Experience in CAD/CAM systems. Experience with Mastercam, 3/4/5 Axis is required. Knowledge of setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes. Understanding of ISO 9001:2008 and AS9100 requirements. Additional Skills & Qualifications College degree (Bachelor preferred) in Materials or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent. Additional technical coursework preferred. Good English written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate with employees and customers on various levels. Proficiency in math, including geometry and trigonometry. Experience with measurement instruments including calipers, verniers, gage blocks, and height gages. Proactive, problem solver with an inquisitive nature, willing to propose alternative solutions. Cooperative, flexible team player who flourishes in an interdisciplinary environment. Work Environment Work in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment where innovation and flexibility are encouraged. Utilize advanced technologies such as CNC programming and Mastercam to contribute to lean manufacturing processes. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $45.67/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 Type This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 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.

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