Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
American Battery Solutions Inc.
Michigan
Job Summary: The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer will drive the design, and procurement of equipment and tools, ensuring prototype equipment is being maintained, tooling is functional and available for SOP, process development, and assistance with systems. As well, the position requires reviews, testing, and analysis to validate product designs meet DFM and a process can be created to ensure DFA. Support production startup and debugging in Springboro, Ohio. Responsibilities:
- Develops and improves manufacturing processes by studying products and manufacturing methods.
- Develops and evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; soliciting observations from operators.
- Studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.
- Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
- Assures product and process quality by participating in testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; confirming manufacturing processes.
- Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
- Assist with equipment and tool design.
- Lead the manufacturing evaluation of new product concepts (DFA), creation of manufacturing plans, and estimations of production costs.
- Organize and manage manufacturing workflows and resource documentation such as DFA’s, PFPFMEAs, and WI’s.
- Lead prototype and start-of-production activities necessary to meet product quality and business plan objectives.
- Evaluate manufacturing processes based on quality criteria, such as efficiency and speed
- Support prototype operators, technicians, designers, and engineers to create and run processes for product launch.
- Follow and make recommendations for improvement as necessary to document Company Best Practices.
- Develop other junior engineers and employees to improve their abilities and skills.
- Support company vision, values, goals, and business plan.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Adhere to federal and state regulations.
- Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
- Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
- Predictable and reliable attendance.
- Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of five (5) years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing facility.
- Working knowledge of PLC (Allen Bradley preferred), HMI’s, relays, contractors, servos, steppers, low voltage circuits, high voltage circuits, torque drivers, bar code systems, database storage, vision systems.
- Experience with quality management systems.
- Strong technical and communication skills.
- Working Experience with machine electrical cabinet layout and machine controls
- Team player.
- Knowledge of TS 16949 and ISO 14001.
- Experience with Fixturing Design – Robotic, CNC, Weld.
- Knowledge about assembly controls such as sensors, vision, mechanical poke yokes.
- Knowledge of Robotic/automated assembly processes vs. manual (when to use what, where, and why).
- Knowledge about Pneumatic assemblies, valve banks, air controls.
- Proficient in CAD, SolidWorks preferred (strong ability to concept something in CAD and ability to convey ideas into something functional is critical).
- Experience in multi-content assembly processes, non-siloed, full understanding of any product manufacturing stream from start to finish.
- Decision Making & Analysis: Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeking input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems
- Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
- Working Safely: Demonstrates safe behaviors. Aware of potential risks and threats in the workplace.
- Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
- Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives.
- Communications: Exchanges thoughts, feelings, and information effectively.
- Organization and Planning: Establishes a systematic course for self and/or others to assure accomplishment of objectives. Determines priorities and allocates time and resources effectively.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment.
- Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen.
- May need to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below knee level or reach overhead.
- The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.
- May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.
- The ability to pass a human performance evaluation/ physical assessment.
- Paid time off includes 4 weeks, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
- Company provided 401K savings plan with immediately vested matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
- Voluntary benefits offerings.
- Tuition assistance.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Employee development and career growth opportunities.
Posted 2026-03-27
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