Industrial Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

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: Responsible for designing, planning, and optimizing assembly systems using 2D/3D CAD, simulation tools and advanced automation technologies. Develop and validate production layouts, material flows, and line performance through discrete event simulation and digital factory modeling. Responsible to use Lean Manufacturing Tools for Assembly design and applying MTM to develop work instructions. This candidate will be responsible for preparing SOW, managing assembly system construction and deployment. Additionally is responsible for driving operational excellence, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple facilities within the organization. This role focuses on optimizing processes, improving productivity, reducing costs, and enhancing overall system efficiency using industrial engineering principles and data driven decision making

Requirements

Aerospace and Automotive Assembly Processes development and implementation.
Industrial engineering fundamentals (layout design, line balancing, lean principles)
2D/3D simulation experience (e.g., AutoCAD, Flexim) and understanding of Discrete Event Simulation
Knowledge of AMR/AGV systems and material flow automation.
Basic industrial automation/PLC knowledge (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell Automation).
Data analysis and problem-solving skills (Excel, Python or similar).
Knowledge of MES – user interface manufacturing systems for assembly.
Processes/guidelines (APQP,ISO, IATF, FMEA. 5s & PMS)
Time studies and work measurement techniques (Timer Pro, MTM-1 and MTM-UAS)
Simulation software (Flex Sim, Witness)
Facility layout and material flow design using CAD software (AutoCad, CATIA, Inventor, Factory Design Utilities, Vault, AutoCAD architecture, Autodesk Desktop connector )
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP ERP
Understanding of automation, robotics, and Industry 4.0 technologies
Experience with supplier integration and module sourcing strategies
Bachelor’s degree in industrial Engineer
5-10 or more years’ experience in Automotive (Tier 1 / OEM)

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Lean Manufacturing or Simulation

Responsibilities

Industrial Development: active contribution to the accomplishment of all Industrial Development activities linked with new project launches.
Contribute to all Industrial Development work packages with direct reporting to the plant IPM (Industrial Program Manager).
Participate in activities to ensure HSE and ergonomic convergence in the plant.
Production launch: active contribution to specific launch activities, such as: Completion of the Industrial Development support team with required resources.
Participation in the installation and launch of production equipment.
Production support during the ramp‑up.
Prepare and update technical documentation – ensure that the technical convergence plan meets product, quality and costs targets – ensure that the PMS deadlines are met.
Ensure that product and process characteristics are under control when production is launched.
Support the implementation and integration of AMR/AGV systems for efficient material handling, ensuring alignment with lean manufacturing principles.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements, increase productivity, and support Industry 4.0 initiatives.
To coordinate the activities of new projects (new plants), from the initial phase (definition and specifications) to the SOP, assuring the learning processes and application of lessons learned.
Cooperation with the Engineering Departments of the Regions and Corporate, and support in the definition of standards.
Create, implement and review processes incl. all necessary documents (MTM, FMEA, Process Flow) of the region.