Manufacturing Engineer
ALTEN Technology USA•Dublin, VA
•Onsite
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- 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.
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.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
