System Engineer

FIXX Energy; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with company match

Paid Vacation

Disability insurance

Job summary

FIXX Energy in Smyrna, Tennessee is seeking a MES Engineer to design, implement, and maintain the Manufacturing Execution System, ensuring smooth operation through configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and repair tasks.

You will be embedded in the plant’s heartbeat, collaborating with colleagues, developers, testers, and end users to ensure technical compatibility, user satisfaction, and proactive problem solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent education/experience will be considered.
• Experience with database queries and data analysis is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving and independent working style is expected.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues related to the local Manufacturing Execution System.
• Triage hardware/software failures in server and network components.
• Use SQL to develop ad-hoc queries for troubleshooting and reporting.
• Provide end-user training and maintain documentation.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle PL/SQL

MS SQL Server

Python

PLC

HMI

Windows OS

Active Directory

Job description

FIXX Energy is a battery manufacturer headquartered in Smyrna, Tennessee, operating one of the most established LFP battery production facilities in the United States. The site’s history traces back over a decade as a cornerstone of early U.S. EV battery manufacturing, representing a foundation of deep technical expertise and large-scale operational experience. Building on this heritage, FIXX Energy is evolving the platform into a modern, flexible manufacturing business serving the fast-growing energy storage market. The company is focused on delivering high-performance battery cells and solutions and modernizing the American grid—delivering resilient, intelligent power infrastructure that enables the next era of human connection, AI, and advanced manufacturing. By combining proven manufacturing capability with a forward-looking product and market strategy, FIXX Energy is positioned to be a key enabler of the electrified, resilient energy systems of the future.

About the Role

FIXX Energy is seeking a MES Engineer works with a team to design, implement, and maintain innovative and reliable services to maximize manufacturing production. The position has the primary responsibility of ensuring the smooth operation of the Manufacturing Execution System through configuration, monitoring, trouble shooting, and repair tasks.

Key Responsibilities

This role requires high visibility and constant engagement. You won't be tucked away in an office; you will be embedded in the plant’s heartbeat.

• Analyze large sets of data
• Easily communicate complex ideas through clear written and verbal communication
• Maintain vigilance and attention to detail during analysis to arrive at correct conclusions
• Identify options for potential solutions and assess them for both technical and business suitability
• Develop solutions, improvements, and related products
• Work closely with colleagues, developers, testers, and end users to ensure technical compatibility and user satisfaction
• Support users on change control and system updates
• Provide end user training and documentation
• Remain up to date with technical and industry developments
• Utilize available monitoring and diagnostic tools to proactively identify potential issues before they affect production
• Research and diagnose problems that cannot be immediately resolved, working with software, hardware, and Global Support to open and resolve support cases as necessary
• Use proper protocol for routine reporting of problems and concerns
• Log daily production calls, actions taken, observations made, and relevant pass‑down information
• Participate in technical document creation and maintenance as is appropriate
• Provide off‑hours support as necessary for system maintenance and downtime events

Technical Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues related to the local Manufacturing Execution System
• Troubleshoot and resolve unexpected failures of server and network hardware/software
• Research and analyze large data requests from business users
• Utilize SQL to develop ad‑hoc query’s based on user requests and for required troubleshooting
• Update/Insert/Delete data in Oracle and MS SQL Server databases
• Analyze and troubleshoot business logic of various systems components
• Provide technical support to customers for hardware, software, and end user related

Requirements

This position will involve design, configuration, and troubleshooting in a variety of technologies and services, including but not limited to the following. While experience and proficiency in all of these environments (excluding SQL) is not required, it will receive consideration.

• Oracle PL/SQL - Writing complex queries, stored procedures, triggers, functions.
• MS SQL Server
• Python
• Programmable Logic Controllers
• Human Machine Interface (HMI)
• Microsoft client and server OS
• Microsoft Active Directory

Non-Technical Qualifications

• Excellent personal communication skills
• Strong problem‑solving capabilities
• Ability and enthusiasm to work independently
• Identifies and communicates obstacles proactively

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent education/experience will be considered
• Degrees and/or 1 year experience could include computer, electronics, industrial studies, and/or engineering
• Relevant certifications will be considered

Travel

Occasional domestic and international travel required.

What We Offer

Welcome to FIXX Energy, where you will 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 bonus.
• An inclusive work environment that fosters professional and personal development.
• 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 FIXX Energy, 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.

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 individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate in an office, 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. FIXX Energy, LLC is a drug-free workplace.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship