Manager – Battery Manufacturing Engineering

BS or MS Degree in Engineering – Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or a related field
7+ years experience in manufacturing and / or automation
2+ years experience directly in EV battery module/pack manufacturing
2+ years managing team
Strong hands-on experience with prototype and high-volume manufacturing
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Demonstrated experience in statistical process control, GD&T, and lean manufacturing concepts
Knowledge of Electrical Standards (NFPA79, NEC, UL508A)
Knowledge of Safety Standards (ANSI/RIA15.06, OSHA)
Experience integrating/setting up/using a wide variety of industrial equipment such as dispense systems, torque tools, power transducers, etc.
Experience with CAD, PLM, MES, and ERP software.
Working knowledge of PLCs, robots, motion control devices, vision systems and human machine safety devices.
Strong organizational skills

Manage the Battery Module/Pack manufacturing engineering team, responsible from prototype through series production.
Collaborate with Product Design Engineering, Test, Quality, Manufacturing and Facilities teams.
Lead the development of a high-volume battery module/pack production system including: Design For Manufacturing, Process development, Plant layout, Equipment selection and management, Factory Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test, Installation, New Product Introduction.
Identify and drive continuous improvement and cost reduction programs, optimize product flow and line efficiency by designing or improving tools, jigs, stations, work methods and ergonomics using the 5S methodology.
Drive process control, specifically in the areas of quality and equipment capability.
Support process failure mode and analysis (PFMEA).
Support supply chain development and procurement of key components.
Support operations on the shop floor, establish KPIs in order to drive performance management, identify trends and mitigate risks.
Develop, coach and mentor ME’s to ensure they understand roles & responsibilities, provide performance feedback, develop a career roadmap and partner with them on their career aspirations.