Manufacturing Engineer — Lean, Data-Driven Process Optimizer

Alten USA; Dublin (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN USA is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer & Technician to support and enhance production operations. You will drive process improvements, develop manufacturing methods, and collaborate across Engineering, Materials, and Operations to ensure readiness for launches.

The role emphasizes Lean, Six Sigma, safety, ergonomics, and continuous improvement with data-driven decision making and strong cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree, technical diploma, or bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, production, industrial engineering, or process improvement activities in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Lean Six Sigma principles to improve operational performance.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
• Experience developing production methods, work standards, and labor analysis using predetermined time systems such as MCTM and MOST.
• Understanding of workforce planning, manpower analysis, line balancing, and production flow optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support new process trials while providing technical engineering support for existing production operations to ensure stable, efficient manufacturing performance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain optimal manufacturing methods, process standards, tooling, and equipment for assigned products and operations.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve safety, ergonomics, productivity, quality, and cost performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Collaborate with Materials and Operations teams to optimize material flow, workplace organization, and inventory placement through Lean principles.
• Coordinate the implementation of new products, engineering changes, and process modifications to ensure effective production readiness.
• Assess manpower requirements and workforce placement to maintain balanced production operations and meet manufacturing objectives.
• Partner with Engineering and Materials teams to participate in manufacturing design reviews and support process development, prototype builds, validation activities, and production launches.
• Analyze assembly and manufacturing operations using data and performance metrics to identify root causes, eliminate waste, and improve operational efficiency.
• Develop, maintain, and update production standards and work measurements using predetermined time systems such as MCTM and MOST.
• Implement and standardize best practices to improve quality, delivery, productivity, and overall manufacturing performance.
• Support daily production goals by ensuring timely implementation of process improvements and corrective actions.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, process specifications, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide training and technical guidance to production personnel on manufacturing methods, processes, tooling, and standards.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, plant procedures, safety requirements, and quality expectations.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Process improvement

Manufacturing engineering

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree (Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical)

Tools

MOST

MCTM

MS Office

Job description

ALTEN USA is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer & Technician to support and enhance production operations. You will drive process improvements, develop manufacturing methods, and collaborate across Engineering, Materials, and Operations to ensure readiness for launches.

The role emphasizes Lean, Six Sigma, safety, ergonomics, and continuous improvement with data-driven decision making and strong cross-functional teamwork.