Design Manager @ Actalent

Engineering Vault ManagerJob DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Engineering Document Control & Configuration Manager to lead document control and configuration management activities within a growing manufacturing organization. This individual will own engineering data management processes, administer the Product Data Management (PDM) environment, support ERP integration efforts, and ensure engineering documentation remains accurate, compliant, and accessible throughout the product lifecycle. This is a highly visible role that works closely with engineering, manufacturing, production, and leadership teams to establish best practices and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering document control and records management processes.
• Administer and maintain the PDM environment, including workflows, permissions, revisions, and lifecycle management.
• Control the release, revision, archival, and distribution of engineering documentation.
• Manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), redlines, and as-built documentation.
• Ensure document control processes align with quality and compliance standards.
• Support integration between engineering systems and ERP.
• Develop document templates, naming conventions, and metadata standards.
• Train internal users on document control procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to improve information flow and data accuracy.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to documentation and configuration management.

Essential Skills

• Engineering document control
• Configuration management
• SolidWorks PDM or similar PDM/PLM system
• Revision control
• Engineering change management
• ERP systems
• Engineering drawing management
• Process development and improvement
• Data integrity and records management

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering document control, configuration management, or PDM administration experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or engineer-to-order environments.
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings and CAD documentation.
• Experience with ERP or business management systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 documentation requirements.
• Experience supporting engineering, fabrication, and production teams.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead process improvements and train internal stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Technical Management, or related field.
• ETO (Engineer-to-Order) manufacturing experience preferred.

Work EnvironmentThis is an onsite position supporting engineering and manufacturing operations. The role involves a combination of office and production floor interaction, requiring regular collaboration with engineering, fabrication, production, and leadership teams. The environment is fast-paced, supporting multiple active projects, and provides an opportunity to build and own the document control function with significant growth driven by data center projects extending through 2028. The position offers exposure to engineering, production, fabrication, ERP, and quality functions within a startup-like agile organization.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marietta, OH.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.67 - $57.69/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Marietta,OH.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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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