Process Engineer, Ford Energy
Core
Establish, optimize, and continuously improve high-volume battery storage manufacturing and assembly processes for grid-scale DC battery energy storage systems (BESS).
Role type
Senior IC process engineer (manufacturing)
Builds
Grid-scale and commercial DC battery energy storage systems (BESS)
Domain
Energy storage / Battery manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Line balancing, labor standards development, CAD design, ergonomic job evaluation, equipment commissioning, statistical process control (SPC), measurement systems analysis (MSA), engineering change management, root-cause analysis (8D), capacity modeling
Preferred skills
Greenfield site development, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), manufacturing simulation tools, AutoCAD, MODAPTS
Technologies
AutoCAD, MODAPTS, manufacturing simulation tools
Responsibilities
Lead design and implementation of the Ford Energy Production System (FEPS) including standardized work and workstation layouts; Develop labor standards and manpower plans for cell, module, and pack assembly; Analyze production constraints and perform equipment cycle time studies to optimize throughput; Manage procurement, commissioning, and debugging of new production equipment; Establish and track Production KPIs including OEE, scrap rates, and FTT quality; Lead 8D root-cause resolution for warranty and battery operations concerns; Manage Engineering Change Management (ECM) process for the production floor.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC