Manufacturing Process Engineer (Medical Device)

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Process Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Process Engineer to lead the vertical startup of high-speed manufacturing lines, ensuring seamless equipment integration and optimization.

This role requires hands-on support during startup and post-go-live phases, with a focus on achieving operational efficiency and sustainable performance improvements.
Responsibilities

+ Lead the vertical startup of high-speed manufacturing lines, aiming for OEE improvements to meet business objectives within a compressed timeline.

+ Develop and support documentation, training plans, and knowledge transfer for a seamless handover to operations.

+ Act as the on-site engineering lead during startup and post-go-live phases, providing hands-on support and resolving equipment, software, and process issues using structured problem-solving methodologies.

+ Monitor OEE and other key performance indicators to drive improvements during the ramp-up phase.

+ Conduct loss landscape analysis and develop glidepaths for performance targets.

+ Facilitate daily stand-up meetings to align cross-functional teams on glidepath execution.

+ Support the implementation of cross-functional training, centerlining, and standard work practices.

+ Collaborate with local and global teams to ensure sustainable performance gains.

+ Partner with site operations, quality, maintenance, global design engineers, and external vendors to provide technical expertise, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and support integration reporting.

Essential Skills

+ Manufacturing engineering experience

+ Process improvement expertise

+ Proficiency in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement

+ Hands-on experience with vertical startups, commissioning, and validation of automated systems

+ Strong knowledge of GMP, EHS standards, LOTO, machine safeguarding, and regulated manufacturing environments

+ Ability to troubleshoot and resolve integration issues using data-driven approaches

+ Minimum 5 years of experience in high-speed manufacturing and capital equipment integration

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or related field)

+ Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or FMCG manufacturing environments

+ Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, centerlining, and OEE tools

+ Proficiency in scientific problem-solving methods (e.g., DoE, KPIV/KPOV analysis)

+ Track record of success in startup programs or plant ramp-ups

Work Environment
This position is based onsite in Sandy, UT.

The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, with opportunities to engage with local and global teams.

We offer 2 weeks of PTO and 6 paid holidays, providing a supportive work-life balance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Sandy, Utah.
We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.
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.

This temporary role may be eligible for the following:
· Medical, dental & vision
· 401(k)/Roth
· Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)
· Short and long-term disability
· Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
· Transportation benefits
· Employee Assistance Program
.Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/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 Type
This is a fully onsite position in Sandy,UT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 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.

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