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Manufacturing Simulation Engineer @ Actalent

Sterling Heights, Michigan, USOnsiteContract
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Description

Build and validate Discrete Event Simulation models using Siemens Tecnomatix Plant Simulation

Model and optimize AMR fleet throughput, utilization, routing, and dispatching

Analyze traffic flow, congestion, queues, and deadlock conditions

Optimize pick/drop stations, layouts, fleet sizing, and charging strategies

Perform what-if and stress testing for demand spikes, fleet scaling, and equipment failures

Identify system bottlenecks and recommend improvements to maximize throughput

Translate simulation results into clear engineering and business recommendations

Skills

Simulation, siemens, Siemens Tecnomatix Plant Simulation, Discrete Event Simulation

Top Skills Details

Simulation,siemens,Siemens Tecnomatix Plant Simulation,Discrete Event Simulation

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Advanced proficiency in Siemens Tecnomatix Plant Simulation

Experience with Discrete Event Simulation (DES)

Experience modeling AMR/AGV fleets, material flow

5+ years of experience

Industrial engineering background

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Sterling Heights, MI.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $52.88/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 10, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Sterling Heights,MI.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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Skills

siemens tecnomatix plant simulationdiscrete event simulationsimulationamr/agv fleet modelingmaterial flowtraffic flow analysissystem bottleneck identificationoptimization strategiesengineering recommendationsstress testingrouting and dispatchingutilization analysis

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