Manufacturing Engineer

L&T Technology Services; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

L&T Technology Services in the United States is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Engineer 1 to support production, improve efficiency, and optimize processes. The role welcomes recent graduates or interns with foundational lean principles and the ability to read engineering drawings.

You will analyze processes, conduct time studies, assist with line balancing, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Proficiency with AutoCAD is a plus as you help maintain routings and ERP data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related field).
• 0–2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering, production, or process improvement.
• Internship experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment acceptable.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, lean principles.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes, production methods, and work cycles to identify opportunities for productivity gains.
• Conduct time studies and support cycle-time reduction, line balancing, and workflow optimization.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Assist with production planning by evaluating machine capacity, schedules, and workforce.
• Identify and recommend solutions to safety, quality, productivity, and cost issues.
• Support tooling corrections, layout improvements, and equipment utilization.
• Apply lean principles and continuous improvement to reduce waste.
• Prepare and maintain manufacturing documentation, flow diagrams, production records, and layouts.
• Assist in creating/managing routings and ERP documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Monitor production data and quality records to ensure standards.
• Use CAD software to review or develop drawings and layouts.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer 1 to support manufacturing operations, improve production efficiency, and optimize manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of manufacturing methods, lean manufacturing principles, engineering drawings, and process improvement techniques. Recent graduates and candidates with relevant internship experience are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes, production methods, and work cycles to identify opportunities for improving productivity and efficiency.
• Conduct time studies and support cycle-time reduction, line balancing, and workflow optimization initiatives.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications to support manufacturing operations.
• Assist with production planning by evaluating machine capacity, production schedules, workforce assignments, and potential delays.
• Identify and recommend solutions to manufacturing issues related to safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Support tooling corrections, manufacturing layout improvements, and equipment utilization initiatives.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies to reduce waste and optimize production processes.
• Prepare and maintain manufacturing documentation, process flow diagrams, production records, and workflow layouts.
• Assist in creating and maintaining manufacturing routings and related documentation within ERP systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve operational challenges.
• Monitor production data and quality records to ensure adherence to established manufacturing standards.
• Use AutoCAD or similar CAD software to review or develop engineering drawings and manufacturing layouts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering, production, or process improvement.
• Internship experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is acceptable.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, production methods, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with CAD software, such as AutoCAD, is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting time studies or supporting cycle-time reduction and line-balancing activities.
• Exposure to ERP systems and manufacturing routings.
• Knowledge of process improvement, tooling corrections, and shop-floor operations.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and manufacturing quality standards.
• Ability to identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost.