Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Battery

Harbinger Motors; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HDV health plan

Stock options

401k plan

PTO & parental leave

Vacation bonus

Wellness benefits

Cell phone stipend

Free meals

Job summary

Harbinger Motors, an American EV company in California, seeks a Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Battery, to lead the development and deployment of cutting-edge battery manufacturing systems for EV production. This role requires extensive experience in advanced manufacturing, strategic planning, and leadership to drive innovation, quality, and efficiency across manufacturing processes.

You will mentor engineers, build high-performing teams, and push lean manufacturing, data analytics,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields; Master’s or Ph.D. preferred.
• 8–10+ years in advanced manufacturing engineering with a battery background.
• Proven track record leading large-scale manufacturing projects from concept to full-scale production.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term strategies for advanced manufacturing to support EV production.
• Direct cross-functional teams to design, commission, and ramp up manufacturing systems for EV components.
• Oversee multiple complex projects within timelines and budget.
• Ensure smooth transitions from R&D prototypes to mass production.
• Identify and implement equipment and processes to boost productivity and quality.
• Drive automation, robotics, and AI-driven manufacturing systems.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Program oversight

Tech evaluation

Quality compliance

Mentorship

Lean manufacturing

Automation & robotics

EV manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s in engineering

Master/PhD preferred

Tools

CAD/CAM

Simulation software

MES

ERP systems

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 are seeking a highly skilled and visionary SeniorAdvanced Manufacturing Engineer, Battery to lead the development and deployment of cutting‑edge battery manufacturing systems for Electric Vehicle (EV) production. This role requires extensive experience in advanced manufacturing techniques, strategic planning, and leadership to drive innovation, quality, and efficiency in EV manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in shaping the future of sustainable mobility through expertise in high‑tech manufacturing solutions.

What You’ll Do:

• Strategic Leadership in Manufacturing Innovation:
  • Develop and execute long-term strategies for advanced manufacturing processes to support EV production.
  • Serve as a thought leader in the organization, identifying and driving adoption of industry best practices and emerging trends.
• Program Oversight and Execution:
  • Direct cross‑functional teams to ensure the successful design, commissioning, and ramp‑up of manufacturing systems for EV components, including batteries, drivetrains, and electronics.
  • Oversee multiple complex projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and budget constraints.
  • Ensure smooth transitions from R&D prototypes to scalable mass production.
• Technology Evaluation and Integration:
  • Identify, evaluate, and implement state-of-the‑art equipment and processes to enhance productivity, quality, and sustainability.
  • Collaborate with external partners, including suppliers and technology providers, to introduce innovative manufacturing solutions.
  • Drive automation initiatives, integrating robotics and smart systems into production lines.
• Quality and Compliance Leadership:
  • Define and enforce quality standards in line with ISO/TS 16949, IATF 16949, and other relevant certifications.
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing issues.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Mentorship and Team Development:
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and cross‑disciplinary teams.
  • Build and lead high‑performing teams, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Deliver training programs on advanced manufacturing techniques and emerging technologies.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Champion lean manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency, reduce waste, and improve operational sustainability.
  • Drive data‑driven decision‑making through advanced analytics and process monitoring tools.

Who You Are:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields. A Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant discipline is strongly preferred.
• Experience:
  • 8-10+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing engineering, with a strong background in battery.
  • Proven track record of leading large‑scale manufacturing projects from concept to full‑scale production.
• Technical Expertise:
  • In-depth knowledge of EV‑specific manufacturing processes, including battery assembly, thermal management systems, high‑precision electronics production and General Assembly.
  • Expertise in automation, robotics, and AI‑driven manufacturing systems.
  • Proficiency with tools like CAD/CAM, simulation software, MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), and ERP systems.
• Leadership and Strategic Thinking:
  • Strong leadership and project management skills with the ability to influence and align cross‑functional teams.
  • Exceptional problem‑solving abilities, with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.

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

$160,000 - $200,000 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].

Candidate Data Privacy

Harbinger may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Harbinger may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Harbinger may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our HR, legal, and finance teams, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Harbinger affiliates; and (iii) Harbinger’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Harbinger may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.

Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Harbinger and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Harbinger unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting.