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Job Description Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Shift: Sunday-Wednesday 6am-4:30pm Wednesday- Saturday 5pm-3:30am Job Description We are seeking an exceptional Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in building, testing, qualifying, and producing next-generation spacecraft. This role is pivotal in applying innovative solutions and advanced technologies to solve complex manufacturing and engineering challenges at both the system and component levels. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless transition from development to production, with a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and reliability. Key Responsibilities • Serve as the primary technical contact for production-related issues, ensuring rapid resolution and implementing long-term corrective actions., • Manage non-conforming materials and lead root cause investigations using structured problem-solving techniques (e.g., Fishbone, Fault Tree, DMAIC)., • Create and update shop orders, work instructions, and standard operating procedures to support continuous production flow., • Collaborate with design, quality, and test engineering teams to support both development and production programs., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other Operational Excellence methodologies., • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience., • Experience in low-rate, high-complexity manufacturing environments., • Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles, 5S, and Six Sigma methodologies., • Proficient in root cause analysis methodologies such as Fishbone Diagrams, Fault Tree Analysis, and DMAIC., • Experience in creating and updating work instructions, and standard operating procedures, • Experience with automated manufacturing processes and test methods at component, subsystem, and system levels., • Knowledge of QTP/ATP, functional testing, and environmental testing (thermal, acoustic, vibration)., • Strong background in electrical system design, metrology, and mechanical failure analysis. 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 Kirkland,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: • Hiring diverse talent, • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection, • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Job DescriptionWHO WE ARELindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”. Role OverviewThe Director, Fleet Asset Management provides strategic leadership for the lifecycle, performance, and optimization of Lindblad Expeditions’ global fleet vessels and maritime technical systems. This role ensures safe, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable vessel operations through standardized asset strategies, data-driven maintenance planning, and continuous improvement across the fleet.You will lead fleet-wide asset management programs spanning equipment standards, maintenance and inventory optimization, reliability engineering, fuel management, and decarbonization initiatives, partnering closely with shipboard teams, shore-side leaders, and external classification societies/flag states and non-governmental organizations. Key Responsibilities· Lead fleet-wide asset management strategy for maritime systems and vessel equipment, aligned with safety, regulatory, reliability, and performance goals.· Team with the Director Technical Operations to jointly drive fleet reliability, maintenance excellence, and long-term asset performance across shipboard and shore-side teams. · Provide governance oversight and set requirements for core maritime systems (PMS, inventory, procurement, fuel management, and dock planning), ensuring strong data standards and usability.· Define and maintain vessel equipment criticality frameworks to drive risk-based maintenance, inventory, and investment decisions.· Establish preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, including required skills, maintenance actions/intents, spares provisioning, and inventory optimization.· Lead reliability initiatives such as root cause analysis, failure trend monitoring, and continuous improvement programs.· Develop and govern fleet equipment standards, specifications, and approved vendor strategies to drive consistency and cost efficiency.· Oversee fuel management, energy efficiency, and decarbonization programs supporting company sustainability objectives.· Partner closely with Supply Chain on demand forecasting, sourcing, inventory controls, and spares optimization.· Develop and guide multi-year maintenance and CAPEX plans in collaboration with Technical Operations, Shipboard teams, Finance, Compliance, Marine, Hotel Operations, and senior leadership.· Support dry dock and wet dock planning, major refits, and lifecycle replacement programs.· Drive process standardization and performance improvement across vessels and shore-side technical teams.· Participate in, and support, fleet decisions related to vessel asset acquisition, new build and disposition. Qualifications· Bachelor’s degree in marine engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.· 7–10+ years of progressive experience in maritime technical operations, fleet or asset management, or systems leadership.· Experience in passenger ship operations and shipboard experience is preferred.· Strong knowledge of maritime systems, maintenance methodologies, and regulatory/class requirements.· Experience with planned maintenance system (PMS) platforms, inventory and procurement systems, fuel management solutions, and drydock planning software preferred.· Background in asset lifecycle management, reliability engineering, and maintenance planning strongly preferred.· Experience supporting fuel efficiency and decarbonization initiatives is preferred.· Experience with data management and emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning is preferred. Skills & Attributes· Strategic, analytical leader with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.· Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional, geographically distributed teams.· Excellent communicator able to translate technical concepts and important initiatives for senior leadership.· Ability to work closely with Chief Maritime Officer as required.· Strong project and change management capabilities.· Highly organized, adaptable, and effective in a dynamic operational environment.· Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.10%bonus and 5% equityWhy This Is a Great Opportunity Strategic impact: Shape how a global expedition fleet is managed, modernized, and optimized for the future.Purpose-driven work: Contribute directly to safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship in expedition travel.Leadership visibility: Partner closely with senior leadership and influence long-term capital and operational decisions.Innovation & transformation: Lead fleet-wide system improvements, influence guest experience through innovation. reliability programs, and decarbonization initiatives.Unique environment: Combine deep technical leadership with adventure, exploration, and a mission-driven culture. Communication Skills Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos. Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee will also be required to write and type. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. COMPENSATION STATEMENTLindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living. For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant’s location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENTAt Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong. Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Description Job Description SummaryThe Reliability Engineer will work closely with Sibelco plant maintenance, production and leadership teams to develop and utilize effective tools and systems for measuring reliability of our production process. This position is responsible for providing engineering support for maintenance planning/supervision, operation and maintenance of Sibelco North America Processing plants, developing and implementing programmatic methods to ensure safe operation and high equipment reliability/availability, cost effective maintenance, and continuous improvement culture. This role includes applying lean maintenance strategies and predictive technologies while optimizing a system’s operational performance, life cycle cost, and payback. This role will act as primary liaison for capital projects with the Capital implementation team for all cluster plants. Responsibilities Safety • Achieve safety and health objectives., • Leads and is responsible for the execution of reliability excellence/maintenance program. Writes and maintains reliability maintenance strategy documents., • Work with Maintenance Planners/Supervisors to implement Lean manufacturing tools to empower employees and facilitate growth to improve financial performance., • Responsible for ranking the criticality of the assets under their care, typically using Reliability Centered Maintenance approaches, and for defining the proactive maintenance approaches that are cost-beneficial to the business., • Identifies and implements predictive maintenance technologies. Manages predictive maintenance equipment., • Performs/supports operational event and equipment failure investigations to ensure that the root cause/causal factors have been identified, corrective actions prescribed, and follow-up monitoring conducted as applicable, to determine effectiveness., • Conducts program and system/equipment audits on a periodic and as needed basis. Audits will generally be focused on safety, risk analysis, regulatory compliance, maintenance effectiveness, cost savings, and energy conservation., • Participates in the planning, design review, value management and construction document development of new facilities and renovations. Supports utility distribution, master planning, and business continuity planning., • Develop and maintain new “Key Performance Indicators" of equipment reliability., • Lead in maintenance improvement tools (PM Optimization, RCM, RCA, RCFA, FMEA, etc.) and knowledgeable in predictive maintenance tools, • Maintain a high level of technical competency in advanced maintenance technology., • Maintain equipment repair history and evaluate repair costs & trends., • Analyze equipment failure data patterns and interpret ERP PM maintenance data to generate priorities and action lists for improving reliability of site., • Track the performance of reliability improvements to determine their effectiveness and make additional modifications if required., • By working closely with the local Maintenance Teams, use intervals for potential failures to appropriately prioritize, plan, and schedule to minimize downtime., • Develop solutions to repetitive, chronic, or costly failures and other maintenance problems, and apply value analysis to repair/replace, repair/redesign, and make/buy decisions., • Assist in troubleshooting techniques for major/repetitive equipment., • Advise the Maintenance Supervisors/Managers of any problems or potential problems which affect the ability of the operation to produce in a safe and efficient manner., • Monitor and report on all relevant maintenance activity KPI’s including wrench time analysis., • Perform other duties as assigned. Competencies (Reference : Sibelco (Leadership) Competency Model) Decision Making • Accurately determines the complexity of tasks and projects and required resources, • Breaks down projects or assignments into different steps (group of activities), • Sets priorities and time parameters to accomplish tasks and projects, • Actively uses the practices, processes, and procedures within the operating model to get things done, • Organizes people and activities for simple and complex processes in an effective way, • Consistently fosters collaboration across the organization, • Builds strong inclusive relationships across Business/Functions and levels, • Enables and empowers people to give their best, • Makes the link between what drives people and the organizational goals, • Stays composed and navigates through change effectively, • Leads others to operate effectively in absence of clear structure and processes, • Comfortable in making decisions and taking actions, even with incomplete information, • Handles risk and uncertainty comfortably (Technical) Capabilities Industry knowledge • Practical knowledge of engineering principles applied to design, operation and maintenance of building structures and mechanical and electrical equipment for buildings., • Experience w/ predictive maintenance technologies including, but not limited to, vibration analysis, oil analysis, infrared Thermography, ultra sound and motor current analysis., • Open minded, • Team player, • Pro-active, • Able to work independently, • Diplomatic, • Self-motivated Educational Background and prior professional experience Language requirements • Minimum 10-15 years engineering/industrial maintenance experience, including experience with mechanical design/testing, international quality standards., • Minimum 5 years utility systems/management and/or facilities/plant management and maintenance. Experience in the Glass industry is preferred., • Certified Plant Engineer or Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional is preferred., • English – proficient verbal & writing

Job DescriptionWho we are: Want to make an impact? Join our pack and come work (and play!) with us. We believe everyone deserves the unconditional love of a pet—and at Rover, our mission is to make it easier to experience that love. Founded in 2011, the Rover app and website connect dog and cat parents with loving pet sitters and dog walkers in neighborhoods across the US, Canada, and Europe. We empower our community of trusted pet sitters and dog walkers to run their own pet care businesses on Rover with the tools and security of a global company to back them. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, we work closely with our teams in Barcelona, San Antonio, Spokane, and remote locations. We’ve got a reputation for being a great place to work, having been named among the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Seattle Business Magazine and Washington’s Best Workplaces in the Puget Sound Business Journal. We're an agile, fast-growing company, and our leadership comes from some of the world's most respected tech companies. At Rover, our furry coworkers are just as important as our human ones—and we wouldn’t have it any other way. Along with making the joys of pet parenthood more accessible, we’re committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community of pet people—and that starts with our employees. Who We're Looking For: Rover is looking for a strategic, creative, and trusted Director, Government Affairs who is passionate about building relationships, engaging with policymakers, and advocating on behalf of Rover and our community of pets and pet lovers. This role will lead a small, but impactful Government Affairs team that helps inform legislation, regulations, and stakeholder relationships throughout the United States and internationally in Canada, Europe, and Australia. Our work improves the public affairs landscape for Rover and for pet lovers who use Rover’s online marketplace to offer or find neighborhood pet care. The Director of Government Affairs is responsible not only for developing a comprehensive public affairs vision and advocacy strategy, but also for rolling up their sleeves to operate tactically and execute big and small tasks alike, in collaboration with outside consultants. With an unwavering commitment to our community, you will share Rover’s story and help us put our best paw forward to drive positive public affairs impacts. This is not a traditional legal role, but you will be responsible for regularly analyzing complex legislative and regulatory language to understand its potential effects. A J.D. or other legal degree will help the right person to dig in on complex legal and regulatory issues involving online marketplaces, independent work, pet care, and more. This role will sit within Rover’s Legal & Government Affairs department and will partner closely with members of the Legal team. This is a hybrid position that has the minimum expectation to work out of our Downtown Seattle Office two days per week on Mondays and Thursdays. For this reason, candidates must be based in the Greater Seattle Area or willing to relocate. Your Responsibilities: • Legislative Advocacy: Monitor, analyze, and influence proposed legislation, regulations, or other policy affecting Rover and the community of pet lovers that use Rover’s online marketplace. You will represent Rover in meetings with government officials, policymakers, staff, and other key stakeholders, and you may participate in public hearings or stakeholder groups., • Legal & Policy Analysis: Use legislative software, reports from consultants, and other information sources to identify and track relevant proposed laws. Analyze proposed legislation and regulations, identifying nuances that could affect Rover or the community of pet lovers. While this role will collaborate with Legal to analyze key legal issues, you should be comfortable reviewing legislation, forecasting potential impacts, and drafting proposed amendments to legislation., • Strategic Relationship Building: Develop and maintain partnerships with government officials, regulatory agencies, industry trade associations, and other stakeholders., • Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner closely with Rover’s Legal and other internal teams to gather, synthesize, and communicate information to support sound decision making and to ensure alignment between advocacy positions and operational obligations., • Team Leadership: Manage and mentor an experienced Senior Manager, Government Affairs, as well as external consultants, to achieve business objectives, while making space for growth, fun, and celebration., • Budgeting & Reporting: Develop the team’s budget consistent with strategic priorities, negotiate contracts with outside consultants, and advise senior leadership on emerging policy topics and strategic recommendations., • Corporate Social Responsibility: Oversee Rover’s corporate social responsibility program to address pet care needs in ways that reflect the shared interests of Rover and the community of pet lovers.Your Qualifications:, • Approximately 12-15 years of government affairs or other relevant experience, with a demonstrated track record of success in legislative advocacy and navigating complex, multi-jurisdictional policy environments at the local, state, federal, and/or international levels., • At least 2 years of people management experience preferred., • A J.D. or other legal degree or training, although you do not need to be an actively practicing or licensed attorney. The ability to critically analyze legislative language, to assess its potential impact to Rover, and to draft possible amendments to legislative text, with a high degree of independence is essential to this role., • Excellent strategic communication skills. You can distill complex issues into persuasive narratives for all types of audiences, both verbally and in writing, including Board and C-Suite level presentations. You are a top-notch writer, with the ability to draft persuasive policy memos, talking points, testimony, and other advocacy materials., • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills. You are personable, highly collaborative, and excel at forging positive working relationships with lawmakers, regulators, consultants, and other key stakeholders, even when addressing topics involving significant disagreement or sensitivity., • Strategic vision, with the ability to position Rover for the future, spot trends, and understand the impact of public affairs decisions on all aspects of the business and community. Demonstrated business acumen., • Strong work ethic and creative problem solving, with a “failure is not an option” mentality. As the leader of a small team, you’ll need to operate tactically and be willing to dig in on all aspects of engagements and related work., • Extremely organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize and thrive in fast-paced environments., • Experience monitoring and analyzing federal, state, or local legislative and regulatory developments., • Exceptional personal and professional integrity., • Ability to travel within the US and internationally, if needed. (Travel is not currently a significant component of this role.)Nice to Have:, • Experience with PolicyNote, Curate, or similar legislative-monitoring software., • Competitive compensation, • 401k match, • Long-term incentive plan with a company performance-based cash payout, • Flexible PTO, • Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, • Commuter benefits, • Bring your dog to work (and unlimited puppy time), • Pet benefits, including $1,000 toward bringing home a new dog or cat, • Stocked fridges, coffee, soda, and lots of treats (for humans and dogs) and free catered lunches monthly, • Regular team activities performed in-person and virtuallyCompensation:, • In the Greater Seattle Area the first-year base salary range is $158,513-210,822 with a 15% bonus. Additionally, Rover offers a long-term incentive plan with a company performance-based cash payout and benefits to full-time employees.