Project Engineer

We are seeking a dedicated Project Engineer to join our team, focusing on the discovery, evaluation, development, and integration of advanced manufacturing and process technologies. This role requires a collaborative individual who can work effectively with R&D, Engineering, and Operations teams to identify needs and target opportunities for new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Discover, evaluate, develop, and integrate advanced manufacturing and process technologies.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Operations teams to identify needs and opportunities for new technology.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment or product issues as they arise.
• Align internal capabilities with industry trends by evaluating customer needs.
• Supervise or conduct experiments, including design of experiments, scientific method, data collection/analysis, and drawing conclusions from data.
• Troubleshoot, escalate, and resolve equipment, quality, or product issues.
• Manage project activities related to process improvement and capital equipment.
• Perform data analysis and drive process improvement.

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience implementing and developing new technology, machinery, or processes.
• Capital equipment oversight, including vendor visits, specification discussions, system integration, commissioning, and installation.
• Programming experience in languages such as MatLab, Visual Basic, C#, C++, or others.
• BS degree in an engineering discipline (mechanical, electrical, chemical) or physical science (chemistry, polymer science, physics, material science).
• Must be a US Citizen per export and ITAR regulations.

This role will split its time between the manufacturing floor (60%) and the office (40%). The position involves extensive interaction with various departments (R&D, Operations, Engineering) and regular collaboration with technicians on the floor. The role requires hands-on involvement in conducting experiments as well as delegating experiments to other team members.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Competitive Wages
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan with Employer Match
Short and Long-term Disability
Life and AD & D Insurance
11 paid holidays
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance Benefit

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kent,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 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 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.

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