Manufacturing Engineer - Digital Test Lead

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.

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer – Digital Test Lead to drive and execute digital validation activities across the full test lifecycle. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in Teamcenter-based digital validation, 3D digital mockup analysis, and manufacturing processes. This individual is detail-oriented, collaborative, and experienced in leading digital test execution from planning through closure while ensuring high-quality reporting, stakeholder alignment, and continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities:

Execute the full digital test lifecycle for assigned tests, including planning, execution, reporting, and closure

Participate in recurring planning, prioritization, and status meetings to manage test demand and progress

Review incoming test requests to confirm scope, data requirements, assumptions, and stakeholder involvement

Schedule, lead, and document pre-meetings to ensure alignment on test scope and expectations

Coordinate with engineering, requesters, and cross-functional stakeholders to align product data, tooling, and test boundaries

Perform digital validation activities including Digital Test Assembly (DTA), Virtual Build (VB), ergonomic assessments, static sequence checks, and accessibility studies

Evaluate assembly feasibility, tooling access, fitment, clearance/interference risks, and ergonomic conditions

Conduct hand and tool accessibility studies and validate manufacturing process assumptions

Prepare, document, and deliver standard digital test reports and presentation materials

Log issues, deviations, and findings in internal tracking systems and support resolution through closure

Present test results to stakeholders and support decision-making, sign-off, and closure activities

Maintain accurate documentation, including test records, planning notes, and status updates in approved systems

Follow established digital testing methodologies and proactively identify opportunities for process improvement

Ensure traceability of all assigned tests, including issue tracking and closure documentation

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience executing digital test initiatives throughout the full test lifecycle

Strong prior experience in Teamcenter-based digital validation and test execution

Proficiency in Teamcenter Visualization Mockup and Visualization Jack (Lifecycle Visualization Jack)

Demonstrated experience with 3D digital mockup analysis and interpretation of 3D CAD and JT models

Expertise in clearance and interference analysis, static assembly sequencing, and accessibility validation

Experience conducting ergonomic and manikin-based assessments

Deep understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes

Hands-on experience with assembly fixtures, tightening tools, lifting devices, and related equipment

Strong communication and coordination skills with the ability to lead meetings and present technical findings

Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for documentation and reporting

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tests and priorities simultaneously

Ability to work cross-functionally and maintain alignment with multiple stakeholders

Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and raise process gaps

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

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.

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