EV Battery Plant Project Engineer – Onsite, Travel

K and K Technical

Liberty (NC)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 90,000

Full time

26 hours ago

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Job summary

K and K Technical is seeking a Manufacturing Project Engineer to support installation, commissioning, and launch of EV battery manufacturing equipment at a large-scale automotive facility in Liberty, NC. This hands-on role emphasizes equipment implementation, capital project execution, and production readiness, with an expected focus on electrode, module, and powertrain line operations.

The ideal candidate has machining experience and strong project management skills, plus a background in

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, project execution, or equipment installation.
Hands-on experience with machining processes and machine operations.
Experience with electronic assembly or battery-related manufacturing processes.
Experience with manufacturing equipment installation, commissioning, and production preparation.
Experience managing capital equipment projects valued at $500,000 or more.
Strong project scheduling, budgeting, and coordination skills.
Ability to read and interpret 2D engineering drawings, equipment layouts, and facility drawings.
Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
Experience working in large-scale manufacturing environments.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong communication, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to support overtime, weekends, holidays, and scheduled plant shutdowns as needed.

Responsibilities

Support equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, and production launches.
Develop manufacturing process plans for battery production lines, including electrode, module, and powertrain operations.
Manage capital equipment projects, including schedules, budgets, milestones, and deliverables.
Coordinate with engineering teams, equipment suppliers, contractors, and manufacturing personnel.
Lead equipment trials, validation activities, and production readiness assessments.
Troubleshoot equipment installation issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Review and interpret engineering drawings, equipment layouts, and technical specifications.
Track project performance, monitor KPIs, and provide progress reports to engineering leadership.
Support equipment handover, production startup, and manufacturing process improvements.Ensure compliance with manufacturing safety, quality, and cleanroom requirements.