Manufacturing Project Engineer
About The Position
The Manufacturing Project Engineer supports the installation, commissioning, and launch of advanced EV battery manufacturing equipment at a large-scale automotive manufacturing facility in Liberty, North Carolina. The role focuses on manufacturing equipment implementation, capital project execution, production preparation, and new model launches. The engineer collaborates with manufacturing teams, equipment vendors, contractors, and engineering personnel, and may work in cleanroom environments or travel to supplier facilities. The position is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday, with approximately 25% overtime and up to 25% travel, primarily domestic with limited international travel. Occasional weekend, holiday, and scheduled plant shutdown support may be required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, project execution, or equipment installation.
- Hands-on experience with machining processes and machine operations.
- Experience with electronic assembly or battery-related manufacturing processes.
- Experience with manufacturing equipment installation, commissioning, and production preparation.
- Experience managing capital equipment projects valued at $500,000 or more.
- Strong project scheduling, budgeting, and coordination skills.
- Ability to read and interpret 2D engineering drawings, equipment layouts, and facility drawings.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar 2D/3D drafting software.
- Experience working in large-scale manufacturing environments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to support overtime, weekends, holidays, and scheduled plant shutdowns as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Automotive or EV battery manufacturing experience.
- Knowledge of battery electrode, module assembly, or powertrain manufacturing processes.
- Experience with laser welding and automated manufacturing equipment.
- Experience with PLCs, SCADA, or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
- Mitsubishi PLC programming or troubleshooting experience.
- Familiarity with Kepware or similar industrial automation software.
- Experience with equipment validation, production trials, and new model launches.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
Responsibilities
- Support equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, and production launches.
- Develop manufacturing process plans for battery production lines, including electrode, module, and powertrain operations.
- Manage capital equipment projects, including schedules, budgets, milestones, and deliverables.
- Coordinate with engineering teams, equipment suppliers, contractors, and manufacturing personnel.
- Lead equipment trials, validation activities, and production readiness assessments.
- Troubleshoot equipment installation issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
- Review and interpret engineering drawings, equipment layouts, and technical specifications.
- Track project performance, monitor KPIs, and provide progress reports to engineering leadership.
- Support equipment handover, production startup, and manufacturing process improvements.
- Ensure compliance with manufacturing safety, quality, and cleanroom requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
