AME Equipment Engineer, Battery

Harbinger Motors; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision

Early-stage Stock Options

Robust Retirement Savings

Generous Paid Time Off

Annual Vacation Bonus

Wellness & Fertility Benefits

Cell Phone Stipend

Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

Job summary

Harbinger Motors is seeking an experienced Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Equipment Engineer to lead the design and development of battery manufacturing equipment. This role is crucial for scaling in‑house battery production, encompassing design strategy, lifecycle management, compliance, and technical leadership.

The ideal candidate will have 13+ years in advanced manufacturing, with specific expertise in battery equipment, factory planning, and automation. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, stock options, and significant PTO.

Qualifications

• 13+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing engineering.
• At least 8+ years focused on battery manufacturing equipment.
• Strong understanding of automation and robotics principles.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement long‑term equipment strategy for battery manufacturing.
• Lead entire equipment lifecycle management.
• Ensure safety and compliance of equipment designs.

Skills

Advanced manufacturing engineering

Battery manufacturing equipment

Factory layout planning

Root cause analysis

CAD software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

About Harbinger

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium‑duty EVs and hybrids. Harbinger: Familiar Form, Revolutionary Foundation.

Position Overview

We're looking for an experienced Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Equipment Engineer to lead the design concept, specifications, development, project management, installation, and capability of the battery and module manufacturing equipment. This role is critical for establishing and scaling our in‑house battery production, improving safety, efficiency, quality, and innovation from concept to high volume mass production. If you have a deep understanding of battery manufacturing processes and a history of delivering complex high volume equipment solutions in a fast‑paced environment, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Strategic Equipment Leadership: Define and implement the long‑term equipment strategy for battery cell and pack manufacturing, aligning with product roadmaps, production targets, and cost goals of the company.
• Full Lifecycle Management: Lead the entire equipment lifecycle: concept, specification, vendor selection, design review, installation, commissioning, ramp‑up, and continuous improvement.
• New Facility and Line Setup: Lead the planning, layout, and installation of new battery manufacturing lines within existing or new facilities. This includes space optimization, utility requirements, and ensuring seamless integration of equipment.
• Technical Expertise: Act as the technical expert for battery manufacturing equipment, including:
  • Vendor Management & Collaboration: Partner with equipment suppliers, lead technical discussions, negotiate specifications, and ensure on‑time delivery and performance.
  • DFM/DFA Integration: Collaborate with battery design and product engineering teams to optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA) on automated equipment.
  • Process Optimization: Drive continuous improvement for equipment performance, uptime, yield, and cycle time through data analysis, root cause analysis, and robust solutions.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all equipment designs and installations meet safety standards, environmental compliance, and relevant industry regulations.
• Team Development: Mentor and guide less experienced engineers, fostering technical excellence and continuous learning.
• Cross‑Functional Leadership: Work with R&D, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Facilities teams for successful project execution and integration of new equipment.

Who You Are

• 13+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing engineering, with at least 8+ years focused on battery manufacturing equipment in automotive EV or a related high‑volume manufacturing industry (e.g., consumer electronics, energy storage).
• Proven experience with factory layout planning, utility integration, and scaling manufacturing lines within new or expanding facilities.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Deep expertise in various cell, module & battery manufacturing processes (e.g., cell testing, assembly, welding, laser cleaning, foaming and module/pack assembly).
• Proven history of bringing new, complex manufacturing equipment online from concept to high‑volume production.
• Strong understanding of automation principles, robotics, machine vision, and control systems in manufacturing.
• Experience with equipment specification, procurement, vendor qualification, and contract negotiation.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, 3DX, AutoCAD) for reviewing equipment designs and layouts.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions for equipment issues.
• Self‑starter with a sense of urgency and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, ambiguous startup environment.
• Team and result oriented.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required for vendor visits, installations, and support. This role requires up to 25% travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large‑scale battery production.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP).
• Experience with battery cell chemistry and electrochemical principles.
• Previous experience working in a startup environment.

Key Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
• Early‑stage Stock Options
• Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
• Annual Vacation Bonus
• Wellness & Fertility Benefits
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens

California Pay Range

$150,000—$190,000 USD

Equal Opportunity

Harbinger is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. Harbinger is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [e-mail].