Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Automation… at Estes Energy · San…

Summary: Estes Energy is focused on developing zero-emission power systems for the electrification of commercial vehicles and equipment. The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing new manufacturing processes and equipment, collaborating with suppliers, and ensuring the successful launch of manufacturing lines. Responsibilities: - Conceive, design and implement new processes & equipment - Collaborate with suppliers to develop new advanced equipment and methods - Concept, design and built inhouse fixtures and tooling for prototype and manufacturing - Develop battery pack assembly line DFM, automation and process projects - Specify equipment and develop processes based on product design requirements and tolerances - Champion manufacturing equipment and processes from concept through factory launch - Conceive and implement new processes to allow manufacturing of high-quality batteries - Develop equipment calibration and validation plans for prototype and production equipment - Work cross functionally with internal and external teams, providing light project management of development schedule - Create work instructions based on developed assembly processes - Procure new manufacturing tools and accessories necessary for supporting a production line - Work cross functionally with internal and external teams to ensure equipment development launch success - Provide analysis to confirm equipment and processes are meeting requirements Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar technical field - 0-2 years experience in MFG engineering, equipment design, process development, applicable classwork or internships - Experience designing fixtures and jigs, integrating various automation and data collecting elements - CAD/Catia Experience - Experience with manufacturing environments - Experience managing a project with cost, safety, performance, and schedule metrics - Providing DFM for new hardware design - Demonstrated ability to keep projects on track and ensure the timely launch of your projects - Proactive and able to work independently - Creative and confident in bringing new ideas to the team - Able to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity - Detail-oriented, resourceful, and diligent - Flexible and open to change - Demonstrate sound judgment and problem-solving skills including challenging assumptions - Able to prioritize tasks and manage multiple priorities simultaneously - Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills Preferred Qualifications: - Subject matter experience in electromechanical assembly - Developing new automation cells or equipment to support manufacturing production experience - Project Management experience - Programming experience - Battery safety experience - Electrical Panel/Controls experience Required Skills: Equipment design, Process development, Fixture and jig design, Automation integration, CAD, Catia, Manufacturing engineering, Design for manufacturability (DFM), Electromechanical assembly, Programming, Battery safety, Electrical panel and controls, Project management, Proactive work ethic Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k)