Specification Generation Engineer

Slate Auto; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k with company match

Equity programme

Job summary

Slate Auto in Warsaw, IN seeks a Specification Generation Engineer to oversee development, writing, and maintaining technical specifications for automotive facilities and equipment. You will ensure alignment with brand standards, regulatory requirements, and budgets while coordinating with architects, engineers, and vendors.

The role requires 3–7+ years in maintenance/reliability/asset management or manufacturing engineering, a related engineering degree, and strong knowledge of maintenance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 3–7+ years in maintenance/reliability/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 ISO standards, TPM, and equipment lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed building specifications for new construction, renovation, and remodel projects, including architectural, structural, civil, MEP, and finish specs.
• Develop equipment specifications for automotive systems such as lifts, tire changers, wheel balancers, alignment, wash, and EV charging infrastructure.
• Write site specifications covering paving, drainage, fuel storage/dispensing, signage foundations, and lighting.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and equipment vendors to develop and refine specifications.
• Collaborate with operations and service teams to translate functional requirements into technical documents.
• Participate in design reviews, value engineering sessions, and constructability reviews.
• Respond to RFIs and addenda related to specifications during bidding and construction.
• Maintain a master specifications library and update based on lessons learned, new products, and code changes.
• Track approved product lists and manage substitution request processes.
• Coordinate with procurement on equipment standardisation and vendor programmes.

Skills

Engineering drawing interpretation

Schematic interpretation

P&IDs interpretation

Equipment manuals interpretation

Preventive maintenance knowledge

Reliability-centered maintenance

Asset management principles

Data analysis

ISO standards knowledge

Lean Six Sigma knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Documentation tools proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Industrial Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering

CMRP certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Engineering documentation tools

Job description

ABOUT SLATE At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalise and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialisation. The spirit of DIY and customisation 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
• Standards & 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 standardisation and preferred vendor programmes

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‑centred 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 programme and/or a discretionary annual incentive programme, subject to the rules governing such programmes.

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.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organisational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

We are 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.