Product Engineer, Battery Cell Mechanical - Forge Battery - Forge Nano

Product Engineer, Battery Cell Mechanical - Forge Battery

Forge Nano Inc. is a fast-growing materials company with a focus on manufacturing nano-scale coatings across a wide range of markets. Our vision includes being known for Superior Performing and High-Quality Batteries made in the USA. Forge Battery, our subsidiary, is seeking a Product Engineer to lead design into manufacturing implementation and ongoing responsibilities to achieve Performance, Quality and Continuous Improvement targets in cell product designs. 

SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This role will be responsible for leading the product development through final design validation & manufacturing implementation.  Administration of initiatives related to Product Engineering to meet customer & industry standards. Key areas of engagement include Engineering & Quality Systems applications, Customer Satisfaction initiatives, Best Practices sharing, Program Management and cross-functional engineering support with Core Energy Storage/Battery Design team & Manufacturing.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience working in a fast-paced, start up, and/or high-growth environment.
• 3-4+ years of Engineering experience; specifically in Li-ion or Battery industry
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans that drive success in Product Development
• Demonstrated history of exceeding design targets (quality, cost & timing)_
• Deep understanding and experience w/FMEA, DVP and Product Engineering disciplines
• Bachelor's degree in technical field (i.e., Engineering)
• Relevant experience in Li-ion cylindrical cell format & mechanical components design/testing 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree in an Engineering discipline or Business
• Six-Sigma and/or Shainin Red ‘X' certified
• Exposure to environments practicing Lean Manufacturing
• Excellent written and verbal communication/people skills
• Demonstrated time management skills with history of complex cross-functional role

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work will be in an office or manufacturing environment.  The employee will be required to wear all appropriate safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, steel toe shoes, lab coat, and in the plant, a hard hat. Strict adherence to corporate and/or plant policies, rules and regulations in these areas is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee occasionally will work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear (communicate).

TRAVEL

Frequent travel (10-20%) may be required depending on current activities.  Passport required.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

The hired candidate can expect to make between $90,000 to $100,000 annually. Final pay will be based upon relevant experience, skills, and education. Preference will be given to those candidates currently residing in the Raleigh-Durham area of North Carolina.

Medical/dental/vision/disability and life insurance, holidays, personal days, PTO, Flexible Spending Account, and employer-matched 401(k) plan.

Forge Nano is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.