Technical Project Engineer

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AESC is looking to add a Technical Project Engineer to our team in Smyrna, TN.

• Full-Time
• Hybrid/On-site
• In office 2-3 days per week

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

The Technical Project Engineer is a professional position that is responsible for efficient design development for AESC battery plant production facilities. You will be responsible for maintaining effective communication between members of AESC and selected contractors and ensuring timely completion of associated design development tasks. The Technical Project Engineer is expected to work across the organization to foster continuous improvement for long-term success. This position is a great opportunity to learn and contribute in a fun work environment with an incredibly skilled and talented team.

What You Will Do

• Work cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities to continuously improve safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Attend and contribute to equipment design reviews by providing feedback on manufacturing best practices, equipment design, US regulation compliance, etc.
• Prepare documentation to convey critical information to contractors related to company standards, expectations, functional requirements, etc.
• Validation of needed equipment capacities/quantities and generation of installation, commissioning, and ramp-up schedules.
• Develop and maintain new plant layouts using AutoCAD 2D.
• Responsible for the integration of process and logistics equipment into the plant layout with strong consideration for people and material flow.
• Responsible for planning and mapping overall plant operator headcounts.
• Manages the procurement of necessary permits to enable timely building construction.
• Works directly with contractors to progress building and site design.
• Responsible for planning and procurement support for plant utilities such as water, electricity, and natural gas.
• Demonstrates data driven problem solving methodology and can effectively present work to all levels of management.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering etc.).
• 2-10 years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing facility.
• Must be a self-motivated individual with good written and verbal communication skills and Data Driven Decision-Making skills.
• Automotive OEM or Tier 1 Supplier experience is a plus.
• Must have good understanding of root cause analysis (RCA), problem solving techniques.
• High level of applicable technical skills with AutoCAD, Inventor, Statistics, Basic Engineering Principles and reporting of Technical Automotive OEM or Tier 1 Supplier experience a plus.
• Ability to quickly obtain a working knowledge of lithium-ion batteries.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, OneNote, SharePoint).
• Proficiency with Oracle Primavera P6 and Bluebeam a plus.
• Independent, driven, eager to learn, has strong time management skills, and the ability to manage simultaneous and often changing priorities.
• New model experience and equipment design, installation, and commissioning.
• New plant design, build, and commissioning a plus.
• Working knowledge of project management related to the introduction of products to market.
• Able to work with and lead contractors through the process of RFP to commissioning of equipment.
• Ability to follow specific direction and to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with contributing to the creation of reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Experience in information gathering, tracking, and consolidation.
• Effectively coordinates schedules and meetings using tools such as Outlook, Google Calendar, Office 365, Primavera P6, etc.
• Outstanding oral & written communication skills and ability to articulate complex information in a simple way.
• Works well in a highly collaborative fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with conferencing systems such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, WebEx.
• Ability to apply technical math skills to solve real world problems
• Experience working and leading a team across disciplines and cultural boundaries.
• Understands and follows all standards of IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)
• Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)

What We Offer

Welcome to our state-of-the-art facility 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, 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.

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