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title: 'Logistics Engineer at ALTEN Technology USA'
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# Logistics Engineer at ALTEN Technology USA

- **Company:** ALTEN Technology USA
- **Location:** Macungie, PA
- **Posted:** 2026-10-29
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-01
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/altentechnologyusa/jobs/5240298007

## 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.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Logistics Engineer to support the optimization of end-to-end material and logistics flows from suppliers through point of use within our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for analyzing, improving, and implementing logistics processes that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, a passion for continuous improvement, and a desire to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

## Key Responsibilities

- Support the planning, preparation, and coordination of takt time, process, and product changes.
- Analyze and optimize material flow from suppliers to production and point-of-use locations.
- Execute and implement approved logistics and process improvements.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, cost reduction, and productivity.
- Conduct logistics engineering studies, including frequency studies, capacity analysis, and workflow evaluations.
- Develop, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
- Assist in implementing changes to internal and external logistics configurations.
- Support the redesign and optimization of warehouse, material handling, and logistics setups.
- Monitor logistics performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Production, Quality, and Operations.
- Ensure compliance with company safety policies and operational standards.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 0-2 years of relevant experience in logistics, manufacturing, supply chain, or industrial engineering environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Internship, co-op, or project experience related to logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, or process improvement.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or similar platforms.
- Knowledge of material flow analysis, warehouse operations, or production support activities.
- Exposure to data analysis and reporting tools.

Competencies

- Attention to detail and process discipline.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing priorities.
- Effective collaboration and communication across multiple departments.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Working Conditions

- Primarily based in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Regular interaction with production, warehouse, and logistics teams.
- May require time on the shop floor to observe processes and support implementation activities.

## Experience Level

Entry Level (0-2 Years Experience)

- Work is performed under close supervision and guidance.
- Problems encountered are generally routine and not highly complex.
- Applies theoretical knowledge gained through education to practical business situations.
- Learns established policies, procedures, and practices while developing professional expertise.

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.

Please beware of job seeker scams and see this [important notice](https://www.alten.com/careers/job-offers/) on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.

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.

## About ALTEN Technology USA

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: ALTEN Technology USA is a premier engineering and technology consulting firm that partners with clients to design, build, and scale solutions across aerospace, automotive, life sciences, energy, and telecommunications.
- **Entity Type**: Public (part of ALTEN Group, Euronext Paris: ALTE)
- **Headquarters**: Greensboro, North Carolina, United States
- **Founded**: 1988
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (ALTEN Group was founded by Laurent Schwartz in 1988)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Aerospace & Defense, Automotive (including EV), Life Sciences & Medical Devices, Energy & Environment, Rail, Telecommunications, Unmanned Systems & Robotics
- **Target customers**: Enterprise (B2B) — large OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and government contractors
- **Mission/purpose**: To deliver product development and engineering solutions for the world’s most advanced industries, with a commitment to sustainable innovation and ESG principles

## Products & Services
ALTEN Technology USA offers end-to-end engineering and IT services covering the entire product lifecycle:
- **Mechanical Engineering**: Design, analysis, and prototyping
- **Embedded Electronics Engineering**: Hardware and firmware development
- **Software Engineering & IT**: Application software, cloud & infrastructure, data management
- **Systems Engineering**: Requirements management, architecture, integration
- **Manufacturing Engineering**: Process optimization, production support
- **Product Development**: From concept through launch
- **Sustaining Engineering**: Lifecycle support and legacy system management
- **Project Management Office (PMO)**: Program oversight and delivery management
- **Cybersecurity**: Security testing and compliance
- **Artificial Intelligence**: AI/ML solution development
- **Software Testing**: QA and validation services
- **Green IT**: Sustainable IT consulting
- **Medical Devices & Diagnostics**: Full development under ISO 13485
- **Aerospace & Defense**: AS9100 and ITAR compliant services
- **Rail**: Engineering for rail systems
- **Pharmaceutical**: Engineering for pharma manufacturing
- **Automotive Engineering**: Including EV and autonomous vehicle development

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available for the U.S. subsidiary; ALTEN Group (parent) is a publicly traded company on Euronext Paris (ALTE)
- **Key Metric**: Part of the ALTEN Group, which employs **57,400+ employees** globally across **30+ countries** — ALTEN Technology USA employs approximately **600+ people** in the United States
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: ALTEN Group (parent, founded 1988); partners with major clients across aerospace, automotive, and life sciences
- **Growth Signals**: 20+ years serving U.S. clients; presence in 30+ U.S. cities; named a **2023 Top Workplaces USA Award Winner**; LinkedIn follower base grew **+54.1% year-over-year** (103,000 followers); active hiring with 130+ open roles on Greenhouse

## Competitive Advantages
- **Global reach with local expertise**: Access to 57,000+ engineers worldwide combined with localized U.S. delivery centers
- **Broad industry coverage**: Expertise across aerospace, automotive, medtech, energy, rail, and defense — rare breadth in the engineering services space
- **Certifications & compliance**: ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9100, ITAR compliant — enabling work on highly regulated projects
- **ESG commitment**: Member of the United Nations Global Compact since 2010; net-zero emissions goal by 2050; 30%+ of R&D dedicated to sustainable innovation
- **End-to-end capability**: Covers the entire product lifecycle from concept to manufacturing to lifecycle support

## Strategic Focus
- **Sustainable innovation**: Investing heavily in green engineering, energy transition, and climate-related projects
- **Digital transformation**: Expanding AI, cloud, and data management capabilities
- **U.S. market growth**: Continuing to expand footprint across U.S. cities and deepen relationships with domestic clients
- **Talent development**: Focus on mentorship, career growth, and international mobility opportunities for engineers

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Named a **Top Workplace in the US (2023)**, with strong employee feedback on work-life balance and relationship-building
- **Work model**: Mix of on-site at client facilities and work package execution at delivery centers; scheduling flexibility emphasized
- **Benefits**: Medical, dental, vision insurance; 401(k)-matching program; PTO; paid parental leave
- **Career growth**: Opportunities for mentorship, international mobility across 30+ countries, and exposure to cutting-edge projects in aerospace, medtech, and autonomous vehicles
- **Engineering culture**: Collaborative, solution-oriented environment with interesting technical challenges — projects include space exploration, life-saving medical devices, and autonomous electric taxis
- **Diversity**: 100+ nationalities represented within the global ALTEN Group
- **Important note**: ALTEN Technology has reported employment scams; they do not charge fees to applicants and only extend offers after a formal interview process — beware of unsolicited offers from domains other than alten.com

## Sources
1. [ALTEN Technology USA - About Page](https://altenusa.com/about/)
2. [ALTEN Technology USA - Careers Page](https://altenusa.com/careers/)
3. [ALTEN Technology USA - Job Openings (Greenhouse)](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/altentechnologyusa)
4. [ALTEN Technology USA - LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/altentechnologyusa)
5. [ALTEN USA - Homepage](https://altenusa.com/)
6. [ALTEN Group - Global Careers](https://www.alten.com/why-choose-alten/#technological-challenges)

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