Li-Ion Battery Manufacturing - Industrial Engineer
Memphis, TN 
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Inside the Role

MULTIPLE POSITIONS AND LEVELS AVAILABLE.

The Cell Manufacturing Engineering team at JVCo is looking for multiple highly motivated Manufacturing Equipment Engineers to contribute to the development and design of battery cell manufacturing equipment.

Battery cells are one of the most complex and challenging components designed and manufactured at JVCo. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to JVCo's world-class manufacturing facilities.The EV market is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work on designing and developing a new generation of leading edge, high speed, ultra-high scale automated manufacturing equipment.

In addition to developing and sourcing automated manufacturing equipment, the Manufacturing Equipment Engineer works with cross-functional teams to test, validate, and roll-out equipment to production.The ideal candidate takes pride in their hands-on work, analytical ability, organizational skills, and attention to detail.They appreciate an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded and where individuals carry tremendous responsibility. They look forward to learning an incredible amount on the job.

This job posting is open to candidates at various levels of experience. We encourage individuals with a range of experience levels to apply, as we are looking to build a diverse and dynamic team.

We Take Care of Our Team

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits while employed under Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) include annual bonus program; 401k includes up to 8% match and nonelective contribution; full coverage benefit plan options; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive health and wellness programs; onsite fitness; tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off.

NOTE: The successful candidate for this position will initially be hired as a Daimler Truck North America employee and subsequently transition to the joint venture (JV) organization structure and benefits, contingent upon customary closing conditions and receipt of applicable merger control and regulatory approvals. The benefits under the joint venture may differ slightly from those provided by DTNA.

Company Overview: A proposed joint venture (JV) created by Accelera, PACCAR, Daimler Truck and EVE is a Battery Cell Manufacturing company dedicated to producing cells mainly for the Commercial Vehicle and Energy Storage Systems market. For more information, please refer to the recent press releases for this announcement on our corporate website at the sites below:

September 6, 2023

January 18, 2024

Location: The person selected for this position will be required to be located within or near the Memphis Metropolitan Area where the plant will be located (Marshall County, MS).

NOTE: We are looking to fill multiple vacancies in the areas below. Submit your application for your applicable or most related area of focus for this team.

  • Chemical Engineer -

  • Mechanical Engineer -

  • Electrical Engineer -

  • Controls Engineer -

  • Industrial Engineer -

Responsibilities:
  • Take equipment from a rough concept to full production.

  • Manage equipment suppliers or internal design teams through development and deployment milestonesOPO release, FDR, FAT, SAT, SOP, Ramp.

  • Development station requirements (work content, automated versus manual, buffering strategy, redundancy requirements, etc.).

  • Work with industrial engineering to develop material flow strategy within factory.

  • Identify utilities needed and utility distribution strategy (PDPs, compressed air, process water, etc.).

  • Complete process failure mode and analysis (PFMEA).

  • Develop equipment timing charts.

  • Oversee equipment installation and coordinate with building and utilities team.

  • Develop equipment validation plans and execute them.

  • Create detailed Manufacturing Instructions to document new processes.

Qualifications:
  • Candidates who hold Bachelor's Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering OR equivalent.

  • Multiple new equipment design/installations.

  • Large manufacturing lines implementation.

  • Experience with industrial engineering concepts-such as line balancing and timing charts.

  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

  • Experience designing mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling in CAD (SolidWorks preferred, Catia is also a plus).

  • Understanding of tolerance stack up.

  • Understanding of manufacturing equipment safety systems (Safety PLCs, safety category requirements, robot safety, safety guarding, light curtains, LOTO, etc.).

  • PLC controls experience(Allen Bradley, Siemens, and/or Beckhoff).

  • Experience with MES and database system architecture and data tracking Python and/or MYSQL experience.

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Memphis, TN US

YOU MAKE US - YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

People are what makes us - everyone makes the difference at Daimler Truck. As one global team, we drive success: from conventional powertrains to the future of sustainable transportation. We build to solve. Constantly pursuing our goals. Our culture. Our daily life.

It's your impact that makes the difference. Only together, will we achieve more sustainable transportation, reduce our carbon footprint, increase safety on and off the track, develop smarter technology and financial solutions. All essential, to fulfill our purpose for all who keep the world moving. That's why we rely on each other. We start with listening to your insights, thoughts, and ideas.

Let's unleash our collective potential to build our future, progress together and lead with the long view. Because everything you do has an impact. It matters. This is what we call impact Culture.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

  • This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
  • Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
  • Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
  • Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
  • EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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