Design Manager

Design Manager – Global Industrial Development

AESC is looking to add a Design Manager to our team in our Global Industrialization Development Engineering Team.

• Full-Time

• **Preferred Locations: ** Murfreesboro, TN; Bowling Green, KY; Florence, SC; and other strategically situated areas optimized for travel to our sites.

• Hybrid - 2-3 days per week on-site

• Travel: 20-25%

About AESC US LLC

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in nearly one million electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S.

AESC Mission

Our mission is to solve the challenges for a sustainable future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.

About the Role

To excel in this role, you must possess a deep passion for advancing energy sustainability.

Design Manager will play a pivotal role in our Global Industrialization Development Engineering Center of Excellence group. This extraordinary opportunity demands exceptional talent as we embark on constructing never-before-seen production lines, expanding our product portfolio to new horizons. We are determined to achieve cell production volumes that were once believed to be unattainable, and our environment reflects this ambition with its fast-paced nature and thrilling atmosphere.

We value individuals who are eager to tackle challenging problems, constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Your dedication to the success of the team as a whole and surpassing personal achievements is paramount. We also seek individuals with an unwavering positive attitude, embracing the sustained hard work required to achieve our shared objectives.

What You Will Do

Design Management: Manage and coordinate project design development and serve as the main point of contact for design management, provide technical expertise and guidance ensuring complete delivery within budget, schedule and quality requirements, while embracing continuous improvement and innovation implementation in all stages of design development from inception through detail design, construction and turnover

Construction Administration Support: Conduct project site visits as required for monitoring construction progress and support quality and adherence to design standards in successful turnover of the perfect product. Provide oversight and provide support to resolve construction-related issues bringing informed decisions/solutions which balance design intent, cost implications, and project goals

Demonstrate Leadership Skills: Exhibit strong leadership by providing guidance to team members as well as direction to external teams such as contractors and vendors, fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture, and solving challenges with a forward-thinking mindset and embracing AESC standards

Stakeholder Relationship Management: Foster positive and collaborative environment between internal and external teams such as contractors and local government agencies as well as clients, understanding their needs, answering questions, addressing concerns and drive solutions, develop comprehensive project plans and design strategies

Quality Assurance: Conduct periodic quality control reviews to assess compliance and address any deficiencies or deviations. Perform QAQC of project interim deliverable packages (30%, 60%, 90%, IFC) and ensure adherence to local and national industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements, as well as AESC standards

What You Need

• B.S. in Engineering or Project Management, or equivalent experience

• 10+ year of experience in owner capital development projects in battery manufacturing, semi-conductor manufacturing, medical or scientific laboratories, with demonstrated experience in design management and construction administration for Type I and II Construction types (ground up, new construction), and/or Remodel/Tenant Improvement projects

• Extensive experience in design development for large scale ultra-clean manufacturing environments per ISO Classes requirements

• Working knowledge of ICB, ADA, NFPA, NEC, TecSa, CSI specification coordination (Dev 1-33)

• Ability to read and decipher technical reports, Code Analysis report, geotechnical, environmental, and all disciplines drawings

• Excellent time management, effective communication in both verbal and written, and strong organizational skills with attention to detail

• Demonstrated experience with consultants, contractors, and vendors contract negotiations and management with ability to review and ensure compliance with project requirements and contractual obligations

• Proactive problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Proficiency in Bluebeam, MS Office products, Vizio, SharePoint, OneNote, Azure, Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks

What We Offer

Welcome to AESC, supporting our state-of-the-art Gigafactories, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package. In addition, we provide a range of valuable benefits, such as 401K, and health insurance. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission of changing the world.

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401K with company match

• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)

• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays

• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)

• Tuition reimbursement

Application Process

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, if you believe this role suits you well, we encourage you to apply. Your application gives us the opportunity to learn more about you and explore potential fits within our team.

Following the submission of your application, we are committed to providing timely responses to all applicants, though response times may vary depending on the volume of submissions. If you do not receive an immediate response, please rest assured that this in no way reflects on the quality of your candidacy. Your application will be retained in our files, and we may reach out to you for future roles that align with your skills and interests. As our organization experiences rapid growth, we appreciate your patience in this process. We are actively working each day to enhance our application procedures to ensure a smoother and more efficient experience for all applicants. Thank you for your understanding and enthusiasm for joining our dynamic team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.

• Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.