Sobre este puesto de Manufacturing Engineer en ALTEN Technology USA
We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.
As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve production operations in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This position will focus on process optimization, production performance, safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with production teams, supervisors, and cross-functional departments to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall operational performance.
Salary: $75,000 Annually
Shifts Available:
- 1st Shift: 5:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 1:00 AM (flexibility may be available)
Key Responsibilities
- Support daily manufacturing operations and troubleshoot production issues.
- Analyze production processes, cycle times, downtime, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Develop and implement process improvements to increase productivity and reduce waste.
- Lead continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
- Support production staffing and operational planning activities.
- Monitor and improve quality performance through data analysis and corrective actions.
- Facilitate daily production meetings and communicate operational priorities.
- Collaborate with quality, maintenance, production, and leadership teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.
- Develop and maintain standard work instructions and process documentation.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company standards.
- Evaluate manufacturing processes and recommend improvements to equipment, tooling, and workflows.
- Utilize data-driven decision making to improve production performance and efficiency.
- Support new product introductions, process validations, and manufacturing changes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- 2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
- Experience with process improvement, production support, and root cause analysis.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Engineering or a related field.
- 3-5 years of manufacturing experience.
- Automotive manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
- Lean Manufacturing experience and/or Six Sigma certification.
- Experience with line balancing, process automation, cycle time analysis, and productivity improvements.
- Experience with Power BI and manufacturing data analysis tools.
- Experience designing fixtures and manufacturing solutions using SolidWorks.
- Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment.
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Ability to identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Data-driven decision-making mindset.
- Continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing focus.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary of $75,000
- Multiple shift options available
- Opportunity to work in a growing manufacturing environment
- Exposure to continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
Preferred Background: Candidates with experience in automotive manufacturing, process automation, line balancing, production performance analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and SolidWorks design are highly encouraged to apply.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
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Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.
