Sr. Field Electric Engineer

Envision AESC UK Ltd.; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AESC US LLC in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking a Sr. Field Electric Engineer - GID to design and optimize electrical systems for our battery manufacturing facilities.

You will lead detailed designs, ensure compliance with NEC/NFPA 70E and industry standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality projects. The role requires 10+ years of electrical design experience in industrial settings, proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, EasyPower, and travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in electrical design for buildings or industrial projects.
• Experience with battery manufacturing, semiconductor, or petrochemical plant design is a plus.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, and EasyPower.
• Strong project management and prioritization skills; ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with IATF16949, VDA 6.3, ISO14001; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, design, and develop electrical systems for battery manufacturing facilities.
• Lead the development of detailed and accurate electrical designs that meet project requirements and standards.
• Perform QA/QC reviews at 30%, 60%, 90%, and IFC stages to ensure compliance.
• Ensure adherence to NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, and other codes for safety and reliability.
• Integrate energy-efficient practices into electrical designs for sustainable facilities.
• Communicate progress and recommendations to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Support project meetings and ensure alignment with goals and customer requirements.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SKM

ETAP

EasyPower

Job description

AESC is looking to add a Sr. Field Electric Engineer - GID to our team in Murfreesboro, TN.

• Full-Time
• On-site

About AESC US LLC

AESC is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance batteries for zero-emission electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Founded in Japan in 2007 and headquartered in Yokohama, AESC has been building manufacturing capabilities around the world in the U.S., U.K., Europe, Japan and China to serve key markets and leading customers locally for over 14 years. Today, AESC has become the partner of choice for the world’s leading OEMs and energy storage providers in North America, Europe, and Asia. Its advanced technology powers over one million electric vehicles and provides more than 15GWh of installed capacity for battery energy systems in over 60 countries.

AESC is expanding its footprint in the United States with gigafactories in Kentucky, South Carolina, and Tennessee to meet the growing demand for EV and BESS batteries and strengthen its presence in the North American market. AESC's Tennessee gigafactory in Smyrna, which has been operational and supplying electric vehicle batteries for the Nissan LEAF since 2012, was retooled in 2025 and now produces batteries for Energy Storage Systems. The South Carolina gigafactory in Florence will supply next generation cells for BMW starting in 2026. The Kentucky gigafactory in Bowling Green will supply high-performance batteries and components for other OEMs. AESC is committed to our local communities where it is making its investments, creating jobs, and supporting local charities.

About the Role

As a Sr. Field Electric Engineer within the Global Industrial Development (GID) team, you will play a key role in designing and optimizing electrical systems for our world-class battery manufacturing facilities. You will be responsible for delivering innovative, efficient, and sustainable electrical designs while ensuring compliance with industry codes and standards. Your technical expertise and leadership will drive the success of complex, high-performance projects, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality design and seamless execution. This role requires a deep understanding of electrical systems in manufacturing environments and a commitment to advancing energy sustainability.

What You Will Do

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, design, and develop innovative electrical systems for battery manufacturing facilities.

Use creativity and problem-solving skills to optimizesystem performance, efficiency, and sustainability.

Technical Expertise:

• Lead the development of detailed and accurate electrical system designs, ensuring they meet project requirements and technical standards.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of project deliverables at various stages (30%, 60%, 90%, and IFC) to ensure compliance with design standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure adherence to relevantelectrical codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, and others, to guaranteesafety and reliability across facilities.
• Apply your knowledge of electrical regulations to ensure designs are fully compliant and meet all industry and safety requirements.
• Sustainability Integration:
• Integrate energy-efficient practices and sustainable design principles intelectrical systems to reduce the environmental impact of our facilities.
• Champion sustainability initiatives and contribute to the advancement of energy-efficient manufacturing solutions.

Teamwork & Communication:

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including process engineers, controls engineers, and other stakeholders, into deliver fully integrated and optimized electrical systems.
• Participate in project meetings, provide regular progress reports, and effectively communicate design solutions, issues, and recommendations to cross-functional teams.
• Foster strong relationships with project teams and ensure alignment with project goals and customer requirements.

Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

What You Need

Educational Background:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Experience:

• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in electrical design for buildings or industrial projects.
• Experience with battery manufacturing, semiconductor manufacturing, or petrochemical plant design is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical codes and standards such as NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, and others.
• Proficiency in electrical design software including Revit, AutoCAD, SKM, ETAP, and EasyPower.
• Strong project management and prioritization skills, with the ability to balance workload and manage multiple projects effectively.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively deliver findings and recommendations to cross-functional teams.
• Regulatory Knowledge:
• Understands and follows all standards of IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards (training and awareness will be provided).
• Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards (training and awareness will be provided).

Travel:

• This role requires up to 25% domestic and international travel to support project execution and collaboration with global teams.
• Understands and follows all standards of IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)
• Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)

What is "Nice to Have"?

• Experience in the battery manufacturing, semiconductor, or petrochemical industries.
• Familiarity with energy-efficient practices in industrial electrical system design.
• Certifications in energy management or electrical engineering specialties related to manufacturing.

What We Offer

Welcome to AESC, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission.

We offer:

• Comprehensive compensation packages including a competitive salary and a rewarding bonus program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.
• Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.

The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.