Battery Assembly Engineer / Pilot Line Manager

Battery Assembly Engineer / Pilot Line Manager

This position will be the co-leader of an assembly area and operation for a new class of lead-based batteries, called Silicon Joule.

The employee will work directly for Gridtential Energy, but report to work each day in the East Penn Manufacturing R&D Innovation Center.

KEY TASKS:

• Management of a small scale assembly operation with 10-20 process steps.

• Lead projects and tasks associated with an assembly line for innovative lead-based battery systems.

• Lead implementation of production equipment, tooling and instrumentation related to assembly and testing of innovative lead-based battery systems.

• Lead the mechanical assembly and electrical testing processes through observation, fact finding, communication of results, and recommend improvements.

• Working with small scale adhesive, welding, pneumatic pressing, laser welding, battery charging, battery cycling and battery testing systems.

• Set up and test batteries for conformance to specifications and complete required documents.

• Works with close tolerances and fits to meet requirements.

• Repair, service and adjust equipment and production tooling such as production tooling, air systems, electrical assemblies and other hardware.

• Maintain an organized and continuously improving workspace using LEAN techniques.

• Understand and maintain quality standards and expectations

• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other employees to improve execution of tasks.

• Utilize both hand and power tools effectively while maintaining high safety standards.

• Read bills of material to determine proper assembly of parts.

• Immediately report and/or repair problems.

• Communicate across the company as needed to involve the right resources for the problem at-hand.

• Develop and follow approved procedures in place for the assembly process

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Maintain regular attendance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or similar discipline.

• Mechanical assembly background and experience with precision components.

• Electrical/electronics background is a plus.

• Basic equipment programming and recipe management.

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in written form.

• Ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics.

• Position requires strong observation, analytical and evaluating skills to report and troubleshoot.

• Applicants must be self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.

• Compliance with all safety and sanitation guidelines.

• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 60lbs.

• This position requires walking, standing, twisting, reaching, bending and lifting - up to 8 hours per day.

• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, including weekends.

• Strong computer and standard office software skills are required.

• Ability to work overtime when required.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees are required to wear masks (in some cases visors) and get daily temperature checks. All visitors from other states are required to have a negative COVID test within 72 hours of arrival.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Mechanical Engineering: 5 years (Preferred)

Contract Length:

• 5 - 6 months

Full Time Opportunity:

• Yes

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Company's website:

• gridtential.com

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at work stations
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place