Prototype Build Technician

About the role

Hands-on assembly, debugging, and verification of prototype battery pack systems.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and build products to meet customer requirements and company goals.
• Assemble highly complex prototype mechanical and electrical components.
• Report prototyping problems to Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME), Production Engineering, and the Launch Manager to eliminate future production issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities to support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Lead efforts in developing, implementing, and maintaining the TPM system.
• Support Maintenance Technicians as required.
• Participate in Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and work instruction reviews.
• Identify and support continuous improvement projects (e.g., cost reduction, efficiency improvements).
• Assist with specification development for machinery and equipment.
• Support weekend and off-shift work as required.
• Support multiple facilities in other states.
• Data entry into multiple platforms.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by adhering to compliance and ergonomic guidelines.
• Adhere to federal, state, and company regulations, policies, processes, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
• Ensure predictable and reliable attendance.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of college studies in a related field (Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE), Electrical Engineering) or equivalent experience in electrification assembly line/high voltage/electrical component handling/battery manufacturing.
• Minimum of two (2) years of manufacturing or mechanic experience.
• Experience working under quality systems such as ISO 9001.
• Able to work in a flexible team environment.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word, Excel, and SharePoint.

Skills

• Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
• Communications: Exchanges thoughts, feelings, and information effectively.
• Focuses on Quality: Drives work results with a quality focus on actions and results.
• Working Safely: Creates a generative safety culture. Aware of potential risks and threats in the workplace.
• Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
• Integrity: Acts and makes decisions in a manner consistent with the needs of the public in the delivery of products/services. Acts in line with the culture and norms of both the organization and society in general.

Physical Requirements

• Able to complete physically demanding work.
• May be required to travel to and navigate a variety of locations.
• Excellent depth perception and reaction time.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching.
• Must be able to bend, lift, stretch, stoop, push, pull, stand, and carry as needed to inspect, service, and operate machinery, equipment, and gauges.
• Must be able to maintain attention for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced.
• Must have good hand/eye coordination.
• Ability to maintain single task focus and situational awareness.
• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.
• The ability to respond quickly to sounds.
• The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
• May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.
• Ability to successfully complete position-specific pre-placement requirements.

Benefits

• Paid time off includes 3 weeks vacation, up to 72 hours sick, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
• Company-provided 401K savings plan with immediately vested matching contributions.
• Voluntary benefits offerings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Employee development and career growth opportunities.

About Us

American Battery Solutions Inc. (“ABS”) is a manufacturer of advanced batteries for commercial, fleet, and industrial on- and off-road vehicles. Located in the heart of the U.S. automotive region with facilities in Michigan and Ohio. In 2023, ABS was acquired by Komatsu, a world leader in construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment in support of Komatsu’s 2050 carbon neutrality goal. ABS continues to operate as an independent entity serving Komatsu applications while expanding and growing our core commercial, fleet, and industrial business.

As we have grown, ABS has assembled a world-class team of dedicated and experienced engineers. This team is equipped with a deep understanding of high-voltage, automotive-grade battery systems from concept development and prototyping, to testing and validation, to high-volume production. We pride ourselves on developing a diverse team of next-generation battery experts.

The Location - Lake Orion

American Battery Solutions Headquarters and Innovation Center is located in the heart of Southeast Michigan in Orion Township. Orion Township is a Pure Michigan Trail Town that has a long-standing dedication to enhancing trails and pathways in its community, which is home to the Polly Ann Trail, Paint Creek Trail, and Iron Belle Trail. The township boasts more than 50 miles of trails. Southeast Michigan also boasts some of the best eating around! Whether your interest is in furthering your education, enjoying one of the many regional sporting events, or enjoying the vast outdoors that Michigan has to offer, you’ll be at the center of it here!