Project Engineer, Strategic Development

AESC is looking to add an Analyst, Strategic Development, to our team in Murfreesboro, TN.

• Full-Time
• Hybrid

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

Seeking a Project Engineer with expertise in battery project management and manufacturing to join the Strategic Development team.

You will be responsible for development of relevant benchmark studies for factory construction and manufacturing operations, including collecting, summarizing, analyzing, and synthesizing information that helps solve specific business problems in battery manufacturing industries.

You will perform a wide range of research tasks on various topics from collecting market statistics to market modeling, benchmark studies and developing perspectives that are relevant to our business interest.

Over time, you will develop as an expert and build up a knowledge database in these topics. You will also collaborate with our global industrial team to share and build knowledge, best practices and relevant new ideas.

Your work will be multifaceted and exciting, and you will gain insights into many topics. In project work and in exchanges with colleagues, you will deal with new intellectual challenges daily as well as build your industry and functional knowledge on an ongoing basis.

Experience with contracting strategies and an engineering mindset to breakdown root causes for capex increases in recent years is a plus.

What You Will Do 

• Conduct research and analysis to develop benchmarks for battery gigafactory construction and production processes
• Analyze data and performance metrics to identify areas of improvement and efficiency
• Drive process improvements with an emphasis on automation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to stay informed and make strategic recommendations
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to senior leadership

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in an accredited institution in Engineering, Construction, Business or a related discipline. Master’s degree is preferred.
• 2+ years of work experience in battery industry
• 2+ years of work experience such project engineer/management or other relevant research experiences within construction, finance and manufacturing.
• Understanding of data architecture and basic knowledge of programming logic
• Proficiency in SQL, Tableau/Power BI, Power apps, Atlassian task management tools are highly preferred
• Experience in conducting business or academic research
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English

What is “Nice to Have”?

• Experience/knowledge of US battery market trends, benchmarking analysis preferred
• Proficiency in a second language (verbal and written) in Chinese, Japanese, German is a plus

What We Offer

Welcome to our state-of-the-art Gigafactory, where you'll have the chance to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals driven to make a difference. At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary and a rewarding AESC bonus program. 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.

Travel

Occasional domestic and international travel required.

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.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.