Hiring for a Manufacturing Engineer in Chicopee! Job Description The Manufacturing Engineer position develops and recommends cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. The role involves recommending improvements to production processes, methods, and controls, and coordinating manufacturing launches for new or revised products. Additionally, it involves troubleshooting equipment and determining the root cause of equipment failures throughout the plant. Responsibilities + Recommend process improvement, problem resolution, and employee training. + Improve manufacturing processes and methods for cost-reduction, quality improvement, and efficiency. + Prepare and present plans and coordinate deployment, including training of team members. + Monitor process conditions of manufacturing equipment. + Lead investigations into manufacturing abnormalities, determine root cause, and suggest countermeasures. + Identify safety improvements and risk mitigation. + Support capacity analysis and ROI with Manufacturing Engineering on current and future year plans. + Support Manufacturing Engineering with time study analysis and capital planning initiatives. + Assist the Manufacturing Engineering team in improving a system of production control, standard operating procedures, safety, quality control, and training. + Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products, including establishing goals, training team members, and evaluating results. + Design, develop, test, source, and cost-justify various tools, machinery, and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods. + Perform product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency. + Represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams. + Assemble mechanical and/or electronic devices and assemblies referring to engineering specifications, prints, and layouts. + Utilize PLC programming and troubleshooting skills. Essential Skills + Manufacturing engineering + Process improvement + Continuous improvement + CAD software + Troubleshooting + Root cause analysis + Manufacturing process + ROI analysis + Time study + Safety analysis + Risk mitigation Additional Skills & Qualifications + 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering + BS in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering + Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume metal working business preferred + Good written and verbal communication skills + Good math and computer skills + Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously Work Environment The Chicopee site includes a state-of-the-art Dyno Testing Lab and handles full production from raw materials to finished automotive components. The work environment is dynamic, supporting full production with advanced facilities. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $110000.00/yr. U.S. Tsubaki offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health benefits effective on date of hire, dental and vision benefits effective on the first of the month following date of hire, Paid Time Off ("PTO"), 10 paid holidays, generous 401(k) match and profit sharing, annual bonus potential, life insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, education reimbursement, home and auto insurance discounts, and pet insurance. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chicopee,MA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 11, 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. 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.