Electrified Assembly Manufacturing Engineer – HV Battery
Unipart
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Job summary
Unipart Manufacturing is launching a flagship electrified assembly project in Coventry, combining high-volume HV battery module integration with advanced injection-moulding inputs. You will lead the setup, industrialisation, and optimisation of assembly lines, ensuring safe high-voltage handling and robust process controls.
The role bridges design and volume production, defining workflows, tooling specs, and SOPs while driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment with rapid ramp-up
Qualifications
- Manufacturing Engineering Track Record - Proven experience as a Manufacturing Engineer or Process Engineer in automotive, defence, aerospace, or electro-mechanical assembly sectors
- Electrification and Battery Expertise - Direct hands-on experience in high-voltage battery module/pack assembly, wiring harness integration, or electrified powertrain manufacturing
- NPI and Core Tools Mastery - Expert in New Product Introduction (NPI) frameworks, including PFMEA, DFM/DFA, line balancing, takt-time analysis, and lean manufacturing tools
- Qualifications and Engineering Mindset - Degree or HND educated in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Automotive Engineering (or equivalent industrial experience) with strong problem-solving capabilities
Responsibilities
- Assembly and Line Setup - Design, industrialise, and commission assembly lines, work cells, and automated/semi-automated equipment for high-voltage electrification systems and mechanical sub-assemblies
- Process and DFM Optimisation - Lead Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews, establishing robust process flows, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and line balancing to maximise throughput
- Quality and APQP Integration - Develop and implement process controls including PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Process Capability (Cpk) studies, utilizing 8D methodologies for rapid problem-solving during initial ramp-up
- High-Voltage and Safety Compliance - Implement and maintain rigorous High-Voltage (HV) safety protocols, thermal containment guidelines, and tooling specifications for safe battery module handling
- Tooling, Fixturing and Commissioning - Specify, procure, and sign off assembly tooling, jigs, fixtures, and end-of-line testing equipment in collaboration with external equipment suppliers
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Job description
Unipart Manufacturing is launching a flagship electrified assembly project in Coventry, combining high-volume HV battery module integration with advanced injection-moulding inputs. You will lead the setup, industrialisation, and optimisation of assembly lines, ensuring safe high-voltage handling and robust process controls.
The role bridges design and volume production, defining workflows, tooling specs, and SOPs while driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment with rapid ramp-up
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