Applications Engineer III

4 days ago


Tualatin, United States ZincFive, Inc. Full time

The Applications Engineer III will play a key role in new product development (NPD) and the expansion of ZincFive’s Nickel-Zinc battery technology into new application areas. The selected candidate will be customer-facing and will manage the assessment of new opportunities and applications in the early stages of our PLM (product lifecycle management) process. Responsibilities will include generating project proposals, understanding and managing market and product requirements, and creation of high-level system architecture/functional block diagrams and 3D concept models. Based on robust C&F (concept and feasibility) test results, and product and project cost models, the Application Engineer III will provide recommendations.


The selected candidate will also provide support for product validation and for sustaining engineering across all ZincFive product lines. This position reports to the Director of Engineering and will work at ZincFive headquarters in Tualatin, Oregon.



Applications Engineer III Job Duties:

  • Drive the Applications Engineering team in the creation of innovative and robust solutions to address customer needs, both for new applications and for continuous improvement of existing products
  • Work with customers, strategic partners and internal stakeholders to create and vet ideas for new products
  • Define application and product requirements and assess compatibility with our Nickel-Zinc technology.
  • Act as Project Manager during the C&F phase of the NPD process, developing detailed project plans, Gantt charts and effectively managing constraints
  • Work with the team to develop C&F designs, block diagrams, and BOMs; Drive design reviews and validation testing, and provide recommendations on feasibility
  • In collaboration with the Battery Team, develop test plans and protocols for battery technology characterization and continuing development
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
  • Use appropriate DFx (e.g. design for manufacturability, design for assembly, design for cost) tools and principles, and ensure adherence to a robust PLM gate process
  • Support cost-down and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Support expansion of IP and patent portfolio
  • Communicate plans and results effectively
  • Provide technical reports and presentations to internal and external project stakeholders


Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, electro-chemistry or related field
  • 7+ years of intensive, hands-on experience in high-tech product development
  • Demonstrated strong leadership and project management experience
  • Experience translating business product requirements into technical requirements; writing TMs (traceability matrix) and PRDs (product requirements document)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills for engagement with external customers and to facilitate teamwork across departments
  • Experience working in cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, engineering, and manufacturing
  • Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Understanding of risk management
  • Ability to work under pressure and deliver on-time in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, as needed


Preferred Experience/Skills:

  • Experience working with and understanding various battery chemistries and/or battery products
  • Relevant product or industry-specific experiences such as in battery backup or in uninterruptible power supplies
  • Hands-on experience with Nickel, Zinc and/or alkaline-based battery technology


Key Competencies:

  • Attention to detail
  • Integrity
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Problem-Solving
  • Result Orientation
  • Sound engineering/scientific judgment
  • Teamwork
  • The ability to assess and initiate things independently
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills


Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

  • Work involves sitting, walking, and lifting up to 40 pounds
  • Requires close visual acuity, the ability to distinguish color,
  • The ability to hear in warehouse, lab and office environments
  • Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment when required


Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role.


In addition, the successful candidate for this position will become eligible for a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, paid sick time, paid time off for vacation, paid holidays, paid community service days, professional/personal learning program, and applicable state/federal paid family leave.


ZincFive is committed to employing a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. We maintain a safe workplace and perform pre-employment testing. ZincFive is a participant in E-Verify and receives employment authorization of new hires through Social Security and the Department of Homeland Security databases.



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