Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing EngineerJob DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated and innovative Manufacturing Engineer to lead efforts in redesigning current manufacturing methods and retrofitting existing equipment. You will play a vital role in specifying new equipment and creating custom quality gage designs. Collaborate with various organizational levels to deliver solutions that meet quality, productivity, maintenance, safety, and ergonomic goals.Responsibilities+ Guide efforts to redesign current manufacturing methods.+ Retrofit existing equipment.+ Assist in the specification of new equipment.+ Create custom quality gage designs.+ Partner with all levels of the organization to deliver solutions that meet quality, productivity, maintenance, safety, and ergonomic goals.Essential Skills+ Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.+ 5+ years of related mechanical design experience.+ 2+ years of experience with 3D CAD modeling.+ Experience with dimensional engineering and tolerance analysis.Additional Skills & Qualifications+ Design for manufacturing experience.+ Familiar with process FMEA analyses.+ Skilled in the creation of quality systems and gage system design.+ Familiar with work instructions and process documents.+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.+ Quick learner with a high level of ambition and drive.+ Strong people skills, able to work in a highly collaborative team environment.+ Hands-on practical manufacturing experience.+ Fenestration experience is a plus.Work EnvironmentYou will work in an office environment and cross-functionally with the manufacturing team and production floor. The role offers work-life balance and a very flexible schedule. You will be part of a transformative project, impacting multiple departments including manufacturing, quality, design, and IT, in a collaborative environment that values hands-on problem solving and continuous improvement.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dubuque, IA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Dubuque,IA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.About ActalentActalent 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.