Manufacturing Engineer

ALTEN Technology•Dublin, VA

25d

About The Position

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve production operations in a high-volume manufacturing environment. The role focuses on process optimization, production performance, safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The Manufacturing Engineer works closely with production teams, supervisors, and cross-functional departments to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve operational performance. The position offers a stated annual salary of $75,000 and lists first shift hours of 5:30 AM–3:00 PM and second shift hours of 2:30 PM–1:00 AM; flexibility may be available. Candidates selected for employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening. ALTEN USA states that it is an equal opportunity employer and a federal contractor subject to VEVRAA and Executive Order 11246 requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
At least 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.
Background in automotive manufacturing, process automation, line balancing, production performance analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and SolidWorks design.

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.
Use data-driven decision-making to improve production performance and efficiency.
Support new product introductions, process validations, and manufacturing changes.