Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Fluence; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their team in a dynamic role focused on new product introduction and manufacturing processes. This position involves collaborating with various teams to ensure successful design and launch of production lines, while also contributing to cost reduction and quality targets. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in product development and manufacturing, with hands-on experience in high volume production environments. If you are passionate about driving innovation and efficiency in manufacturing, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Broad experience in product development and manufacturing within OEM/Tier I.
• Hands-on experience in high volume, low-mix production environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with NPI tasks and coordinate prototype manufacturing activities.
• Create and maintain AME deliverables related to new production.
• Develop and track manufacturing KPIs in support of company goals.

Skills

Product Development

Manufacturing Engineering

Process Engineering

NPI (New Product Introduction)

Manufacturing Metrics (OEE, Yield)

Quality Methods (APQP, ISO9001)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

About Fluence

Fluence, a Siemens and AES company, is the leading global energy storage technology solutions and services company that combines the agility of a fast-growing technology company with the expertise, vision, and financial backing of two industry powerhouses. Building on the pioneering work of AES Energy Storage and Siemens energy storage, Fluence’s goal is to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. The company offers proven energy storage technology solutions designed to address the diverse needs and challenges of customers in a rapidly transforming energy landscape, providing design, delivery and integration in over 160 countries. Fluence works closely with customers throughout their journey and provides advisory, financing, and project lifecycle services.

Responsibilities

1. Assist {AME Project Manager} with NPI (new product introduction) tasks related to the design and launch of new manufacturing production lines.
2. Coordinate prototype manufacturing activities including prototyping, purchasing/logistics, schedule, budget, etc.
3. Create and maintain AME deliverables related to new production such as PFD, PFMEA, QCP, manufacturing BOMs, etc.
4. Participate in design reviews and DFA/DFM reviews to influence design regarding manufacturability.
5. Serve as liaison between contract manufacturer (CM), engineering, and procurement when developing component packaging requirements.
6. Develop and track manufacturing KPIs in support of company goals/initiatives.
7. Support company initiatives including, but not limited to, cost reduction and quality targets.
8. Travel 25-50% time depending on stage of production maturity; to include possible international travel.
9. Other tasks as necessary at the discretion of {AME Project Manager} or AME Management.

Requirements

1. The successful candidate will have broad and deep experience within product development and manufacturing within an OEM and/or Tier I supplier community.
2. Experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role.
3. Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly with high volume, low-mix production.
4. Experience in a manufacturing NPI role preferred.
5. Knowledge of manufacturing metrics such as OEE and yield and experience establishing or tracking KPIs.
6. Knowledge of quality methods and requirements including APQP or stage gate release processes, ISO9001, TS16949, and global OEM development systems.
7. Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent education.
8. Ability to travel to CM locations with little advanced notice.

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.