Cell Assembly Manufacturing Engineer

Cell Assembly Manufacturing Engineer Packet Digital, LLC Fargo, ND Job Details Full-time 4 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Mechanical assembly Chemical Engineering Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering Supplier management Design of manufacturing processes Engineering Equipment installation Mechanical Engineering Engineering process optimization Mid-level Technical support Industrial equipment troubleshooting Manufacturing facility Bachelor's degree in engineering Bachelor's degree Materials Engineering Continuous improvement Packaging Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering FMEA Welding Technical skills instruction Training & development Commissioning phase involvement Electrical Engineering Cross-functional collaboration Implementing cost-saving initiatives Engineering validation Full Job Description Job Purpose Packet Digital is establishing a new Lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility in Fargo, ND, and is seeking a Cell Assembly Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing and optimizing the manufacturing processes for battery cell production. Your responsibilities will include designing, coordinating, and refining production procedures for key processes such as Die cutting, stacking, electrode tab welding, pouch sealing, X-ray, and electrolyte filling. Description of DutiesTasks Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Execute tasks related to pouch cell assembly manufacturing, including Die cutting, stacking, electrode tab welding, pouch sealing, X-ray, and electrolyte filling for battery cell production. Attend training on certain manufacturing processes, equipment operations, document learnings, and train other team members. Collaborate in multi-equipment planning, from concept development through mass production, to ensure efficient production ramp-up. Serve as the primary technical point of contact, participating in design reviews and overseeing Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) with equipment suppliers. Oversee the installation and commissioning of manufacturing equipment, ensuring smooth handover to the production team. Manage post-handover tasks such as process optimization, ergonomic improvements, change requests, and cost reduction efforts. Lead troubleshooting and collaborate with equipment suppliers to address production issues related to cell assembly manufacturing. Drive continuous improvement initiatives for manufacturing processes. Analyze and address equipment failures, sharing lessons learned with the team. Develop and implement training plans for battery cell production. Provide technical support to cross-functional teams as required. KnowledgeSkills Required Strong knowledge of dry pouch cell manufacturing equipment design and production processes. Familiarity with key manufacturing processes including Die cutting, stacking, electrode tab welding, pouch sealing, X-ray, and electrolyte filling. Familiarity with manufacturing feasibility studies, method plan validation, design principles, measurement validation, P-FMEA, and MES. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Knowledge in managing supplier-customer relationships. Previous experience in the early phases of battery cell production plant setup is an asset. Results-driven with a proactive, action-oriented approach. Strong integrity and adherence to company values and compliance standards. Ability to travel overseas working with equipment suppliers and for training purposes. Work ExperienceEducation Preferred Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical, Mechanical, Materials, Chemical, Electrochemical Engineering, or a related field with working experience in Lithium-ion battery production. Benefits Paid time off starting at 130 hours per year, 8 holidays paid Medical, dental, and vision for employees 401K Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates relocating from outside the region