Manufacturing Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking multiple Manufacturing Engineers to support our Anderson, SC facility. This 2-month contract role focuses on manufacturing operations, process improvement, and industrial engineering methods.

Ideal for junior to mid-level engineers with experience in process standardization, logistics optimization, and continuous improvement. You will work with cross-functional teams to boost efficiency and document standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial/ Manufacturing/ Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and with process improvement.
• Knowledge of process standardization and continuous improvement principles.
• Experience supporting assembly operations and understanding material flow.
• Familiarity with Lean, Process Mapping, Time Studies, and Root Cause Analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Develop and implement process standardization initiatives across production operations.
• Analyze and optimize internal logistics and material flow within the facility.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve assembly processes and reduce bottlenecks.
• Conduct workflow analysis, time studies, and process improvement projects.
• Apply Industrial Engineering methodologies to identify and implement operational improvements.
• Create and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and manufacturing standards.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Monitor production metrics and recommend process enhancements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Process Mapping

Time Studies

Continuous Improvement

Root Cause Analysis

Workflow Optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering / Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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.

Location: Anderson, SC
Compensation: $70,000 - $90,000 (Based on Experience)
Duration: 2-Month Contract with Potential Extensions

Position Summary

Alten Technology is seeking multiple Manufacturing Engineers to support manufacturing and process improvement initiatives at our facility in Anderson, SC. This opportunity is ideal for junior and mid-level engineers with experience in manufacturing operations, assembly processes, and industrial engineering methodologies.

The selected candidates will play a key role in improving manufacturing efficiency, standardizing processes, optimizing internal logistics, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Develop and implement process standardization initiatives across production operations.
• Analyze and optimize internal logistics and material flow within the facility.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve assembly processes and reduce bottlenecks.
• Conduct workflow analysis, time studies, and process improvement projects.
• Apply Industrial Engineering methodologies to identify and implement operational improvements.
• Create and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and manufacturing standards.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Monitor production metrics and recommend process enhancements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with manufacturing processes and process improvement.
• Knowledge of process standardization and continuous improvement principles.
• Experience supporting assembly operations.
• Understanding of internal logistics, material flow, or production planning.
• Familiarity with Industrial Engineering methodologies such as:
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Process Mapping
  • Time Studies
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Workflow Optimization

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or professional experience in manufacturing.
• Experience within automotive, aerospace, heavy equipment, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

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.

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.

As set forth in ALTEN Technology USA’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.