Engineer II Maintenance
Aesc Us
Maintain and improve reliability of manufacturing equipment and processes at battery plant.
8 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Smyrna, TN
Onsite
Company Size
12,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Executive Search
Leadership Consulting
Talent Mapping
Talent Acquisition
Board & CEO Services
Organizational Strategy
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Transport
Role
What you would be doing
predictive maintenance
cmms management
data analysis
equipment monitoring
troubleshooting
vendor management
- Monitor equipment efficiency (OEE) and preventive/predictive maintenance process to identify problems and set up corrective repairs.
- Drive improvements to the plant preventive maintenance system, to include implementation of TPM (total productive maintenance)
- Work in direct support of engineers assigned to the maintenance engineering department and receive guidance in the use of the organization standard operating procedures.
- Troubleshooting and programming of all systems as required.
- Initiates and elemental engineering studies into equipment and process failures and presents the resulting data to senior engineers for review and approval to gain in-depth knowledge and experience prior to moving to higher complexity assignments.
- Develop and enter Preventative Maintenance program into Maintenance Connect.
- Maintains and updates documentation of new and existing systems in assigned areas; maintains and updates electrical, schematic, and mechanical drawings for new and modified equipment.
- Assists manufacturing on productivity, ergonomic, quality and safety issues to ensure timely problem resolution. As necessary, performs other related duties of which the above are representative.
- Analyzes equipment and MES data to help develop and deploy engineering solutions and improved maintenance strategies.
- Responsible for development of Predictive Maintenance Program (PdM) using the following equipment and technologies: Ultrasound, IR Thermal, Vibration, Alignment, Wear Particle Analysis, Oil Analysis
- Gathers and examines basic reliability data from past studies and correlates data for analysis using well defined engineering techniques, principles, and procedures.
- Assists in the development of budgets for assigned areas; prepares project folders and conducts model and capacity studies with budget development.
- Provides system problem solving in assigned areas; ensures continuous reliability and uptime improvements to systems in assigned areas; analyzes trends and symptoms, addresses quality and downtime concerns, and provides countermeasures in a timely manner.
- Responsible for continued development and implementation of Maintenance Connect CMMS to improve asset management
- Assist engineers in developing budget forecast and capital expenditure justification.
- Assists in identifying top potential downtime issues throughout the system.
- Provides training and information to maintenance and production personnel for new and existing equipment.
- Communicate and schedule equipment needs with maintenance personnel, production planners and supervisors, to include proactive, predictive, urgent, minor, and major maintenance work.
- Maintain department repair records in a manner to best identify future preventive maintenance needs.
- Specifies, designs, and installs production and facilities systems in assigned area; monitors systems and provides modifications as required to support model changes in assigned area; provides emergency response to daily manufacturing support problems.
- Scope, id, award, and supervise contractor maintenance work and capital projects.
- Communicates with vendors and suppliers to ensure QCDS goals and cost reduction objectives are met; works with vendors and suppliers on new technologies for better ways to implement manufacturing methods and produce quality products.
- Data mining of equipment faults and failures, determine root cause, and implement countermeasures to mitigate.
What you bring
mechanical systems
pneumatics
cad
plc
bachelor's
root cause
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems.
- Ability to assist others in failure analysis to avoid future failures.
- Knowledge of ANSI, NEC, OSHA, ISO14000, ISO9000, ISO55000, ISO50001, ISO13374 and IATF16949.
- Working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, vacuum systems, bearings, and power transmission systems
- 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)
- 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.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Technology, or Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
- RCA Methods (Root Cause Analysis)
- Knowledge as required of computer programming languages, computer systems development, ultrasonic welding technologies, and basic purchasing processes.
- Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
- CMRP, CRL, CRE, and RMIC are all advantageous.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Working knowledge of electrical control systems, motors, robotics and PLC’s.
- Generally familiar with the following: ANSI, NEC, OSHA, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, IS0 55001/PAS 55. Familiarity and understanding with IATF 16949 is advantageous.
- Have completed an internship/co-op in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- 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.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
- Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards. (Training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)
- 0-2 years of related experience at a professional level.
- FRACAS (Failure Reporting and Corrective Action)
- FMECA (Failure Modes and Effects and Criticality Analysis)
- Understanding of basic reliability methodology and theory:
- Ability to identify causes of failure through Root Cause Failure Analysis and “5 Why” approach.
- Knowledge of MS suite, (Access, Project, Excel, etc.) is recommended and thorough knowledge of CAD software is a must have.
- Knowledge of basic reliability and data related gathering and processing methodologies.
- 401K with company match
- HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
- Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
- Comprehensive compensation packages including a competitive salary and a rewarding bonus program.
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
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Company
Overview
Founded in 2007
Year Established
The company was established in Japan, marking the beginning of its journey in lithium-ion battery technology.
2010 Innovation
Lithium-ion Production
Pioneered the mass-production of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, setting a new industry standard.
70 GWh Capacity
U.S. Production Target
The company's U.S. manufacturing capacity is set to reach 70 gigawatt-hours, supported by advanced automation and smart-factory systems.
95% Automation
Smart Manufacturing
U.S. sites utilize 95% automation and AI-enabled energy recuperation, showcasing cutting-edge production efficiency.
- Pioneered mass-production of lithium-ion EV batteries, expanding globally with U.S. operations in Tennessee, Kentucky, and South Carolina.
- Supplies top automakers like Nissan, BMW, and Mercedes with advanced battery cells featuring higher energy density.
- Integrates local manufacturing with a global supply chain, including cathode materials processed from Umicore to support U.S. operations.
- While U.S. plant expansion faced temporary pauses due to policy uncertainty, the company is now focusing on energy-storage solutions and remains committed to completing its projects.
12 Years
Proven Safety Record
The company has maintained an impressive safety record, achieving zero critical malfunctions over a 12-year period.
- Zero‑defect culture covering product, process, and people
- Fully automated manufacturing with advanced equipment and minimal human involvement
- Cutting‑edge technology integration, including AI, AIoT and IoT systems
- Thorough process control and rigorous quality management
- Constant adoption of latest lithium‑ion material to achieve industry‑leading energy density
- Collaborative partnerships with businesses, supply chains, academic institutions and governments
2022
Net Zero Carbon Emissions
The company aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions in all global operations by 2022.
100%
Renewable Electricity
Committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity for all global operations by FY 2025.
500,000 kWh
Annual Energy Savings
An energy recuperation system achieves 500,000 kWh annual energy savings per GWh capacity.
2028
Carbon Neutrality
Targeting carbon neutrality across the entire supply chain by 2028.
- New South Carolina gigafactory powered by 100% net zero-carbon energy
- Integration of renewable energy generation, carbon-management software, and battery recycling across value chain
- Responsible sourcing of cobalt, lithium, nickel with full transparency of extraction methods
- Increasing reliance on recycled materials to reduce COâ‚‚ emissions from cell production
- Women represent a significant portion of the workforce and leadership, shaping engineering, production and strategy
- Empowered Women, Empowering the Future – celebrating thousands of women contributing expertise and leadership
- Public focus on women’s representation across engineering breakthroughs and operational excellence
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