Specification Generation Engineer

Slate Auto LLC; United States; On-site; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vacation

401k

Equity program

Annual incentive

Job summary

Slate is seeking a Specification Generation Engineer to lead the creation of detailed building, equipment, and site specifications for automotive facilities in the USA.

You will ensure compliance with IBC, ANSI, NFPA, and EPA standards while integrating brand guidelines and prototype specs. Collaboration with architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors is essential to translate requirements into technical documents and manage documentation through a master specs library.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Author detailed building specifications for new construction, renovation, and remodel projects, including architectural, structural, civil, MEP, and finish specifications.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Preventive maintenance

Reliability engineering

Asset management

Technical documentation

Schematic interpretation

Engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Specification Generation Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the development, writing, and maintaining comprehensive technical specifications for automotive retail, service, and manufacturing facilities — including buildings, site improvements, mechanical/electrical/plumbing systems, and specialized manufacturing equipment. Ensures specifications align with brand standards, regulatory requirements, operational needs, and budget parameters. Thie position reports to the Head of Facilities in Warsaw, IN.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

Specifications Development

• Author detailed building specifications for new construction, renovation, and remodel projects, including architectural, structural, civil, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), and finish specifications
• Develop equipment specifications for automotive-specific systems such as vehicle lifts, tire changers, wheel balancers, alignment systems, wash systems, compressed air systems, exhaust extraction systems, lube/oil dispensing systems, and EV charging infrastructure
• Write site specifications covering paving, drainage, fuel storage/dispensing systems, signage foundations, and lighting

Standard & Compliance

• Ensure all specifications comply with applicable codes (IBC, ANSI, IFC, NFPA, OSHA, ADA, EPA, local/state jurisdictional requirements)
• Incorporate brand design standards and prototype guidelines into specifications
• Maintain current knowledge of automotive equipment standards (e.g., ALI/ETL for lifts, UL listings, ANSI standards)
• Coordinate with environmental and safety teams on hazardous material handling requirements (waste oil, refrigerants, solvents)

Collaboration & Coordination

• Partner with architects, engineers, contractors, and equipment vendors to develop and refine specifications
• Work with operations and service teams to understand functional requirements and translate them into technical documents
• Participate in design reviews, value engineering sessions, and constructability reviews
• Respond to RFIs and addenda related to specifications during the bidding and construction phases

Document Management

• Maintain a master specifications library; update regularly based on lessons learned, new products, and code changes
• Track approved product and equipment lists; manage substitution request processes
• Coordinate with procurement on equipment standardization and preferred vendor programs

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3-7+ years of experience in maintenance engineering, reliability engineering, asset management, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience developing maintenance procedures, job plans, or technical documentation.
• Strong knowledge of preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, P&IDs, and equipment manuals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and engineering documentation tools.
• Familiarity with maintenance KPIs, equipment reliability analysis, and asset management principles.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment, utilities systems, and manufacturing processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ISO standards, TPM, and equipment lifecycle management.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools.

Salary Range

Base Pay Range (Annual) 108,877.26 - 136,096.58 - 163,315.90 USD Annual

Additional Compensation and Benefits

Slate offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k.

The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in the equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start‑up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

About Us

At Slate, we’ve got one job: building a vehicle you’ll fall in love with, right here in the USA. We believe that car buyers—not car companies—should call the shots. We like looking at a road, not a screen. We don’t like paying for stuff we don’t need. We like picking out the stuff we do need. We think dings are badges, not blemishes. But we know not everyone likes what we like. So, we built you a Slate: you make it yours.