Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing & Assembly Engineer – ALTEN Netherlands
Scale Smarter. Build Better.
ALTEN Netherlands is supporting a major industrial client in bringing complex products to life  ensure efficient production and seamless assembly, we’re looking for Manufacturing & Assembly Engineers with a strong grasp of  Design for Assembly (DFA) ,  lean manufacturing , and real-world shop floor interaction.
Join a team where your work directly translates into production success, quality improvements, and cost-effective manufacturing.
About the Role

Location:

Amsterdam area
Language:  Fluent in English (Dutch not required)
Degree:  BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Experience:

2+ years in manufacturing engineering, industrialization, or assembly optimization
Responsibilities
In this role, you will be responsible for bridging the gap between design and production. You will focus on optimizing assembly processes, scaling up production, and ensuring every step is well-documented and efficient.
Lead and support production scaling for new and existing products
Analyze and improve ease-of-assembly through Design for Assembly (DFA) principles
Act as the liaison between design teams and the shop floor to resolve manufacturability issues
Implement lean manufacturing principles and drive process efficiency improvements
Develop clear process documentation (work instructions, assembly sequences, SOPs)
Collaborate with supply chain and quality teams to ensure smooth product ramp-up and delivery
Qualifications
Strong understanding of assembly techniques, production flow, and lean principles
Experience applying DFA, DFM, and process standardization in manufacturing environments
Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and assembly documentation
Hands-on shop floor mindset — comfortable working closely with technicians and operators
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and documentation skills
Why Join ALTEN?
Engineer for Impact:  Play a direct role in scaling real products that hit the market.
Diverse Projects:  From high-tech systems to industrial automation and complex machinery.
Growth-Focused:  Upskill through technical training, mentorship, and engineering workshops.
Collaborative Culture:  Work in a hands-on, team-oriented environment with cross-functional experts.
About ALTEN
ALTEN is a global leader in engineering and technology consulting, with over 57,000 professionals in more than 30 countries. ALTEN Netherlands operates across five locations with 550+ consultants, driving innovation in sectors like transport, energy, defense, and manufacturing. We help industry leaders bring their designs to life — efficiently, reliably, and  you're passionate about making manufacturing smarter and more scalable, ALTEN offers the challenges and environment to take your skills further.
Seniority level    Seniority level Associate

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time
Job function    Job function Engineering and Manufacturing
Industries Engineering Services, Manufacturing, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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