Job Title: Manufacturing EngineerJob Description Join our team in Anderson, Indiana, where we manufacture engine and chassis components for the heavy trucking industry. Our plant, acquired in 2006, produces metal components and sub-assemblies using machining, assembly, and casting of ductile iron and aluminum. As we experience significant growth and new business, we are seeking an experienced CNC Manufacturing Engineer to support our expanding operations. Our business is projected to grow from $10M to $40M over the next 1-2 years, with a corresponding increase in staff. This role is crucial to maintaining production efficiency while also contributing to the development and modification of new and existing parts for our clients. Responsibilities + Ensure the smooth running of manufacturing operations. + Troubleshoot machine issues and perform machine setups as needed. + Manage end-to-end development of new parts for customers, including tooling definition and machine programming. + Edit existing customer parts, potentially from sister facilities. + Adjust plant layout and move equipment to accommodate new business. + Spend approximately 40% of time hands-on with new business projects on the floor. + Dedicate 30% of time to troubleshooting issues and process improvements on the floor. + Allocate 30% of time to desk work, programming, and drawing using MasterCam and Solidworks. + Participate in daily huddles with the engineering team at 7:15 am. Essential Skills + 7+ years of experience in metal machining within a production environment. + Proficient in CNC programming from scratch, with a preference for MasterCam. + Ability to fully set up CNC machines, with an emphasis on mills (75%) and lathes (25%). + Previous experience in fixture design. + Familiarity with Solidworks. + Experience in conducting root cause analysis for process improvements. + Proficiency in working with Control Plans and PFMEAs. Additional Skills & Qualifications + An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline is preferred. Work Environment Work from 6 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime as project deadlines approach. The CNC shop is temperature-controlled and offers room for production floor expansion. Currently, our team consists of 25 employees, with plans for significant growth. Office settings are shared with fellow engineers when not on the production floor. Occasionally, travel may be required, including potential overnight trips to our Pennsylvania plant. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Anderson, IN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $43.26 - $52.88/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 Anderson,IN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 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 (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.