Description

Responsibilities include:Offer technical direction related to prototype builds, tooling concepts, project execution, and quality system deliverables.Interpret detailed or unclear customer specifications and convert them into structured, actionable development strategies.Carry out tasks associated with planning for development‑stage manufacturing, such as defining bills of materials, drafting work instructions, estimating labor time, designing tooling, identifying inspection needs, and applying quality requirements to ensure timely, cost‑effective delivery.Contribute to the preparation, support, and execution of technical design reviews.Verify that all documentation adheres to applicable quality, contractual, and regulatory standards.Produce technical summaries, validation reports, and qualification documents based on experimental data.Work directly with customers to recommend studies, improvements, or risk assessments that support their products and technologies.Build and maintain relationships with internal partners—engineering, operations, quality, sales, marketing, and design—to ensure coordinated progress on assignments.Anticipate potential technical interactions within manufacturing processes and develop backup strategies to minimize production or project risks.Translate customer quality and technical expectations into practical product specifications using design‑for‑manufacturing principles and a strong understanding of current production capabilities.Assist with development‑stage builds for assigned projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a physical science discipline from an accredited institution.

Foundational knowledge of standard engineering principles and experience using statistical or analytical tools (such as Gage R&R, DOE, capability studies, SPC, etc.).

Prior exposure to a manufacturing environment is beneficial.

Strong understanding of financial considerations and the ability to apply that insight to guide both near‑term and long‑term project decisions, including capital planning.

Communicates clearly—both verbally and in writing—with managers, project leads, peers, and customers, and can effectively summarize technical details for various audiences.

Skilled in creating and maintaining documentation such as process descriptions, validation protocols, qualification packages, technical reports, and test procedures.

Demonstrated advanced expertise in engineering or scientific concepts relevant to the role, with awareness of practices inside and outside the organization.

Familiarity with continuous improvement methods and principles.

Able to communicate professionally and effectively with both internal teams and external partners.

Experience with basic project management concepts and workflows.

Knowledgeable in following the organization’s quality procedures and documentation standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Eden Prairie, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

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 Eden Prairie,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 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.