About the Position

Equipment Engineer, Manufacturing

About the Company

We are a stealth-mode battery startup developing cutting-edge battery technology. Our mission is to revolutionize battery technology to accelerate the global transition to clean energy. By leveraging innovative materials and advanced manufacturing techniques, we are building the future of sustainable energy.

Role

We are seeking a talented Equipment Engineer to support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment used in battery production. This role is responsible for maximizing equipment performance, supporting new equipment installations, and helping build scalable manufacturing capabilities as the company grows. The ideal candidate enjoys working hands-on with equipment, solving technical problems, and collaborating across engineering and operations teams in a dynamic startup environment.

Responsibilities

Support operation, troubleshooting, and optimization of manufacturing equipment.
Lead root cause investigations for equipment failures and recurring downtime issues.
Develop and improve preventive maintenance and reliability programs.
Partner with process engineers and production teams to improve equipment performance and manufacturing efficiency.
Support installation, commissioning, and qualification of new equipment.
Work with equipment vendors to resolve technical issues and implement upgrades.
Create and maintain equipment documentation, maintenance procedures, and spare parts inventories.
Identify opportunities for automation, process improvement, and cost reduction.
Collect and analyze equipment performance data to drive reliability improvements.
Assist in defining equipment specifications for future manufacturing expansion.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Engineering, related field or equivalent practical work experience.
2+ years of experience supporting manufacturing equipment in an industrial environment.
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
Experience working with automated equipment and industrial control systems.
Ability to independently diagnose problems and implement practical solutions.
Comfortable working directly on the production floor.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb stairs or ladders as needed.
Ability to work safely in manufacturing, laboratory, warehouse, and testing environments.
Ability to operate carts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, and basic facility equipment.
Ability to use standard hand tools, computers, and testing equipment.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and safety footwear.
Ability to safely work around manufacturing equipment, electrical systems, and industrial processes.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in battery, semiconductor, automotive, or advanced manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and industrial automation systems.
Experience with equipment commissioning and startup activities.
Understanding of reliability engineering and preventive maintenance principles.
Experience in a startup or rapidly scaling manufacturing organization.
Experience with CAD for mechanical design (Solidworks preferred).
Hands-on experience in machine shop environment (parts fabrication and modification).
Experience with continuous motion manufacturing.
Experience with web handling and roll-to-roll manufacturing.
Experience with laser cutting systems.

Why Join Us?

Innovative Technology: Work on cutting-edge energy storage solutions that power the future.
Career Growth: Opportunities to work on high-impact projects and advance in a growing industry.
Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive health, wellness, and professional development programs.
Mission-Driven Culture: Be part of a team that is shaping the future of sustainable energy through innovation and excellence.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.

Equipment Engineer, Manufacturing

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