Battery Manufacturing Engineer
Core
Optimize highly automated battery manufacturing equipment and processes, lead installation/commissioning of EV propulsion systems, and drive production ramp-up to achieve yield and throughput targets.
Role type
Senior IC Battery Manufacturing Engineer
Builds
Next-generation electric vehicle battery cells, arrays, and packs
Domain
Automotive / Electric Vehicle Manufacturing
Required skills
Process optimization, equipment commissioning, production ramp-up planning, cross-functional collaboration, vendor management, KPI tracking, safety compliance, change management, data-driven problem solving
Preferred skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, FMEA, Industry 4.0 (AI/ML, IIOT, Digital Twins), AutoCAD, Vision Systems, Master's degree in engineering
Technologies
AutoCAD, Planner, Electronic tools for KPI tracking, 2D & 3D vision systems
Responsibilities
Provide technical expertise to optimize automated manufacturing equipment and processes; Act as a liaison to integrate battery manufacturing equipment systems; Champion corrective actions (ICAs/PCAs) during installation and qualification; Lead installation, commissioning, start-up, and launch activities; Drive equipment qualification processes to achieve capability and yield targets; Oversee equipment re-tooling and upgrades; Manage equipment vendors and contractors; Track and manage key ramp KPIs (throughput, yield, scrap, uptime); Identify technical risks and implement mitigation plans; Ensure adherence to Ford Production System and Safety Operating System practices
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC