Actalent is hiring: Manufacturing Engineer in Kansas City

Overview

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer at Actalent. Role focuses on New Model Launch for vehicle programs in North American assembly plants, including overall program management and delivery of new vehicle programs to ensure seamless integration and execution across stages.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall program management and delivery of new vehicle programs.
• Resolve issues and assess quality/status.
• Oversee fleet vehicle management and budgets/timing.
• Coordinate the Launch Teams' transition to the plant.
• Manage Pre-Production Build Events.
• Order, build, test, and manage the disposition of vehicles.
• Implement the Pre-Production Drive Fleet Evaluation Plan.
• Approve Product Development changes ahead of prototype builds.
• Serve as the gatekeeper for New Model Programs.
• Lead the build issues management process for the cross-functional program team.
• Co-chair meetings and drive part support issues to resolution for each pre-production build.
• Champion and present Management Presentations.
• Prepare and present New Model Program weekly assessment reports.
• Manage launch budget approval and execute elements controlled by New Model Programs within the launch budget.

Essential Skills

• Experience in manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in program and project management.
• Manufacturing engineering expertise.
• Experience as a Launch Engineer.
• Knowledge of powertrain systems.
• Strong reporting skills, including proficiency in Excel.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• 2+ years of engineering experience, preferably in the automotive sector.
• Proven program management skills.
• Capability to manage multiple workstreams and ensure on-time delivery.
• Cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Strong communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Work Environment

The work environment includes an office cubical setting for PVT engineers and managers. Approximately 30% of time in the plant, collaborating with union employees on assembly issues. The office is climate-controlled; the production floor is not. This is a union facility with a standard shift of Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with potential overtime. You will work alongside other PVT Engineers in Kansas City and may support the team in Dearborn, MI. Dress code: jeans and a polo.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Kansas City, Missouri.

Pay And Benefits

Pay range for this position is $30.00/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 subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. Available benefits may include: medical, dental & vision; critical illness, accident, and hospital; 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options; life insurance; short and long-term disability; health spending account; transportation benefits; employee assistance program; and time off/vacation/sick leave.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City, MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 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. With a network of nearly 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many Fortune 500 companies. 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.