Job Title: Manufacturing Process Engineer Join our team as a Manufacturing Process Engineer, where you will support the Manufacturing Process Engineering activities for Axle Carrier Machining Manufacturing. You will play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity by applying engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously enhance manufacturing processes and products. Responsibilities + Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity. + Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products. + Develop action plans to investigate and prioritize quality concerns and verify corrective actions on internal and supplier processes. + Lead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline aligns with Powertrain Operations guidelines. + Conduct job ergonomic evaluations and deliver corrective actions to address carrier inventory root causes. + Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes. + Deliver capable processes and tools for Carrier Machining operations. + Lead role in resolving machining related concerns and variability reduction. + Ensure compliance with Plant, Corporate, Governmental, and Environmental standards. + Support ISO compliance and assist with internal ISO auditing. + Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements. Essential Skills + Manufacturing engineering and process engineering expertise. + 3+ years of experience within Automotive Manufacturing. + Experience working with Axle Carriers, powertrain components, machining, gears, axles, and carriers. + Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience. + 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred. + Effective oral and written communication skills. + Experience with Lean Tools such as 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping. + Knowledge of DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology. + Experience with TQM, PPAP, and DOEs. + Visual Factory Management experience. + Ergonomic analysis knowledge and experience. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Sterling Heights, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $42.30 - $46.53/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 Sterling Heights,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 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.