Archer
aerospace
StaffBatteryManufacturingDesignEngineer
“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.
Troubleshooting process deviations; Driving operational performance
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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