Manufacturing Engineer Job at Actalent in Vandalia

Overview

Join a dynamic team in the Dayton, OH area as a Manufacturing Engineer II, where you will play a critical role in supporting process development, documentation, and continuous improvement. This position involves working with custom metal fabrication for industrial applications, particularly in the rapidly growing data center sector. You will also assist with new product introduction and occasionally travel for training, investigation, and equipment commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document manufacturing processes across fabrication, welding, powder coating, and assembly operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies like Kaizen and 5S.
• Support new product introduction and collaborate closely with design teams.
• Utilize AutoCAD and SAP systems for basic tasks such as reviewing prints and accessing production data.
• Travel occasionally for training, investigation, and equipment commissioning.

Essential Skills

• 3–5 years of experience in a Process or Manufacturing Engineering role.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and SAP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of hands-on experience, or Associate’s degree with 8-10 years of hands-on experience.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Kaizen and 5S.
• Understanding of Lean principles, including lead time reduction and SMED.
• Interest in growing into design and new product introduction responsibilities.

Work Environment

Work Monday through Thursday in 10-hour shifts with flexible start and end times, ensuring presence from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM to overlap with the second shift team. This is an onsite role in Vandalia, OH offering room for growth and the opportunity to learn multiple aspects of the business.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $60.10/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be limited by specific elections, plan, or program terms.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for 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

This is a fully onsite position in Vandalia, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2025.

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. Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500 and maintains a network of consultants and clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe.

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 require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or interview due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for assistance.