Manufacturing Engineer – Automated Assembly

Motrex•Alpharetta, GA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Storion Energy and help us power the future of stored energy! Storion Energy is hiring a Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer with a focus on automated assembly to join our corporate engineering team in Alpharetta, GA. Storion is a battery component manufacturer specializing in vanadium electrolyte production and assembly of stack-power assemblies that serve the flow battery industry in the US. We strive to drive flow battery adoption through cost-effective, readily available electrochemical components required for large-scale flow batteries. Reporting through the manufacturing engineering team, you will be a key contributor to the design, build, and continuous improvement of automated assembly systems and manufacturing equipment. You will work alongside chemical, electrical, and controls engineers as we scale a novel production process from pilot to full operations. This role sits at the intersection of mechanical design and automation – we are looking for someone equally comfortable designing a fixture as they are specifying a motion system or integrating a vision sensor. As a small company, there are always opportunities to make a difference and grow. Storion has an engineering career progression ladder that allows engineers to progress in the organization in either an individual contributor or managerial role. Read below for the formal description. Apply to learn more about our new projects for the upcoming year, where you’ll play a key role in our manufacturing plants and other key initiatives.

Requirements

BS or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or a closely related field
2–5 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing or process engineering with a focus on automated assembly systems
Experience in a production or industrial manufacturing environment is preferred
Proficiency in 3D mechanical design; SolidWorks strongly preferred
Experience with CAM generation; MasterCAM preferred
Hands-on experience specifying and integrating mechatronic components: servo and stepper systems, pneumatics, linear motion, sensors, and vision systems
Familiarity with PLC programming and industrial automation platforms
Proficiency in generating engineering tolerances and performing tolerance analysis
Capability to work with scripted programming languages; Python preferred
Strong computer skills, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and database software
Demonstrated ability to analyze automated assembly processes for improvements in efficiency, quality, equipment layout, workflow, and safety
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven, hands-on approach
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, lean environment
Experience developing training materials and technical documentation for new equipment or process changes
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across engineering, operations, and leadership teams

Nice To Haves

Six Sigma Green Belt certification is a strong plus

Responsibilities

Design and develop automated assembly equipment, workcells, and end-of-line test systems for flow battery component manufacturing
Specify and integrate mechatronic system components, including servo drives, stepper motors, pneumatic actuators, linear stages, and vision systems
Design custom tooling, workholding, fixtures, and jigs tailored to automated assembly processes
Develop pneumatic and electrical circuitry to support mechanization, including component specifications and panel layout
Produce 3D models and 2D drawings of parts and assemblies; SolidWorks preferred
Demonstrate concepts through sketches, mock-ups, and functional prototypes
Validate designs through testing, trials, and iterative improvement
Apply engineering best practices, including design for manufacturability (DFM) and design of experiments (DOE) to minimize design iterations
Perform analytical work, including static and dynamic stress analysis, tolerance stack-ups, and FEA as needed
Collaborate with controls engineers to define motion profiles, I/O requirements, and sensor integration for automated equipment
Author or support PLC, HMI, and robotic programs for assembly, material handling, and manufacturing equipment
Support SCADA and data acquisition integration on automated workcells to enable process monitoring and traceability
Participate in controls cabinet design reviews and support field wiring and commissioning activities
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electromechanical issues on automated equipment
Manage manufacturing and facility projects, including scope definition, RFQ distribution, resource planning, budget tracking, and on-time delivery
Lead continuous improvement initiatives targeting setup time reduction, scrap reduction, and overall yield improvement
Develop upgrade plans for automated equipment and support standardized rollout across similar equipment
Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities while maintaining or improving quality and throughput
Isolate critical process data outputs and define key performance indicators for automated assembly processes
Develop a thorough understanding of Storion’s manufacturing processes and product requirements
Support maintenance personnel through training and equipment re-engineering activities
Develop and maintain relationships with automation equipment vendors, integrators, and component suppliers
Generate and maintain engineering documentation, including design files, revisions, BOMs, and work instructions
Foster strong working relationships with the product engineering team, operations team, quality, and vendors
Work effectively at all levels across the organization