Archer

aerospace

StaffBatteryManufacturingDesignEngineer

$152–190k San Jose, California, United States; Reno, Nevada, United States
The Brief

“Staff Battery Manufacturing Design Engineer at Archer. Skills: Battery manufacturing line design and development, High-volume production scaling, Automation strategy, Process development and optimization, Cross-functional team leadership. Lead the design, development, and launch of advanced manufacturing lines for Battery Pack and Module production. Drive equipment specifications, process development, automation strategy, factory readiness, and production ramp activities”

What You'll Achieve.

Scale production from prototype builds through high-volume series manufacturing; Optimize line efficiency, product flow, safety, and cost; Drive process capability and quality performance; Identify risks and drive operational performance

Industry & Context.

aerospace
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting process deviations; Driving operational performance

Eligibility Requirements

Safety sensitive designated role, Contingent on successful passage of a background check, Subject to pre-employment and random drug screening, Unable to provide work visa sponsorship

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, automation, or advanced production environments, 2+ years directly supporting EV battery module or pack manufacturing from prototype through high-volume production, Hands-on experience supporting both prototype and high-volume manufacturing operations for complex electromechanical or high-voltage assemblies, Deep expertise in battery manufacturing processes such as adhesive dispensing, cell testing, potting, pick-and-place automation, and high-voltage electrical testing, Foundation in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (DMAIC), APQP methodologies, PFMEA development, SPC, MSA, and GD&T, Experience integrating and supporting industrial manufacturing equipment including dispense systems, torque tools, power transducers, PLCs, robotics, motion control systems, and machine safety devices, Experience with CAD, PLM, MES, and ERP systems, Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as SQL, Python, Tableau, or similar platforms, Knowledge of applicable electrical and safety standards including NFPA79, NEC, UL508A, ANSI/RIA15.06, and OSHA requirements, Demonstrated experience leading DOE planning, experimentation, statistical analysis, and manufacturing process validation activities, Excellent communication, organizational, and cross-functional leadership skills, Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Nice to Have

Advanced degree, Experience supporting aerospace, EV, or other highly regulated advanced manufacturing environments, Familiarity with FAA regulations including FAR Part 23, Part 21, or Production Certificate requirements, Experience supporting high-voltage battery systems, automation-intensive manufacturing lines, or advanced production ramp activities

What You'll Do.

and launch of advanced manufacturing lines for Battery Pack and Module production

Drive equipment specifications

and production ramp activities

Scale production from prototype builds through high-volume series manufacturing

Own multiple manufacturing stations and processes including process development

troubleshooting process deviations

and driving DFM improvements

Develop and improve manufacturing workflows

and ergonomic solutions

Optimize line efficiency

and cost using Lean and 5S methodologies

Drive process capability and quality performance through PFMEA development

and continuous improvement initiatives

Support MRB activities and disposition of non-conforming products and manufacturing processes

Support supplier development

procurement activities

and day-to-day shop floor operations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner with Battery Module and Pack Manufacturing Engineering team; Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Design Engineering, Test, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production teams; Drive alignment across Manufacturing, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Facilities, and Production teams; Mentoring engineers

Communication Scope

Excellent communication skills

Process & Methodology

Program leadership, Project management, Driving alignment, Scaling advanced manufacturing operations from concept through launch

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