Manufacturing Equipment Engineer, LFP Cell Assembly

What You'll Do

• Interpret, improve, and deploy 2D/3D drawings for mechanical/pneumatic components and electrical circuits using SolidWorks and Eplan
• Program and teach industrial 6/3-axis robots (Kuka/Fanuc/Epson/Omron), multi-station machinery material pick-and-place, dispense, fastening, vision systems, welding, and conveyance applications
• Diagnose equipment failures, improving OEE
• Lead equipment upgrades with a focus on serviceability, reliability, and process capability
• Participate and lead corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and RCA engineering analysis
• Create, implement, and improve Preventative Maintenance procedures and schedules
• Sustain competitive Uptime, MTTR & MTBF targets for area of ownership
• Participate in spare part analysis, localization, cost reduction, and inventory improvements by collaborating with Spares Department
• Collaborate with EHS in the identification, prevention, and mitigation of safety hazards, proposing and implementing engineering solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in the development of Process Flows, Control Plan, GR&R, Work Instructions, Process capability, Rework Procedures, Calibration and Qualification of tools, Quality Validation, Risk Assessments (PFMEA) & New product introduction
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in the commissioning, start of production, and ramp up of high volume LFP manufacturing operations
• Sustain 24 by 7 production operations to meet build plan targets, demonstrating competitive OEE
• Become Expert Level Trainer on all machines in assigned area and be responsible for the level of knowledge of Shift technicians
• Provide hands-on support to maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve downtime situations

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and configuration
• Good overall computer skills with demonstrated ability in either Omron or Siemens, programming languages, preferred
• Experience commissioning and improving Equipment
• A demonstrated track record of OEE improvement, Preventative and Predictive Maintenance activities, preferred
• Experience with robotics maintenance, troubleshooting, optimization, and teaching, preferred (FANUC/Kuka)
• 3+ years in a highly automated, high volume manufacturing facility, good understanding of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Safety, Ergonomics, Change Point Management, Spare Parts Management, is a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for learning systems quickly. Able to utilize structured problem-solving techniques such as DMAIC, Ishikawa, Five Why (5W) or Eight Disciplines(8D). Able to resolve high level performance issues into addressable actions, preferred
• Strong ability to work and communicate effectively with team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization. This includes excellent communication skills: written and verbal
• Experience on laser welding, thermal management, E-fill, winding, industrial roll to roll web handling or similar is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plans
• Employee Discounts and Perks Program, Tesla