What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer position at Nikola Corporation?
Overview
You’re passionate about a zero-emissions future and want to build something special. You want to own your space, but work with talented, like-minded people on important projects. The pace doesn’t scare you, it excites you. Quality and integrity matter to you.
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We’re currently on the lookout for a Process Engineer specifically for the battery line who will report to the Engineering Manager. This will include working in all stages of the development process; from the lab environment to sellable production. This is a high focus and demanding position that will require an individual to become a subject matter expert, particularly in laser welding applications. This role is based in Coolidge, AZ.
Responsibilities
- Develop Assembly / Manufacturing processes based on manufacturing best practices
- Provide engineering support to module assembly operations as well as production teams to resolve manufacturing process issues
- Develop and continuously improve laser weld processes and well as Battery cell manufacturing process
- Develop all work instructions based on standard time data that supports production cycle times
- Develop all tooling and equipment list and technical specifications for all operator hand tools, power tools, fixtures, and assembly aids
- Design of Manufacturing Equipment and Fixtures working closely with external equipment suppliers on equipment design
- Focus on lean systems and methods for manufacturing – value added operations, minimize waste, short production systems, small lot material strategies, focus on the operator & safety
- Develop timing schedules to support on time production launch
- Lead launch activities for area of responsibility from program kick-off through ramp acceleration
- Develop proper error proofing (poka yoke) systems with focus on design before process solutions
- Support Maintenance and Equipment Engineers with automation operation, programming and troubleshooting
- Support equipment launch and installation, serve as a subject matter expert for RFQ and bidding process
- Improve process quality through regular monitoring of production SPC data
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering – Industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical
- Minimum five (5) years of experience as a hands-on contributor working on mechanical and/or electromechanical systems in a volume manufacturing environment or with lithium-ion battery cell assembly production utilizing automated manufacturing equipment
- Experience troubleshooting with automated and robotic manufacturing systems
- Experience operating and performing basic programming of automation (robotics)
- Experience using CAD
- Good understanding of factory automation such as PLC and automated processes.
- Understanding of MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) connections to, and interaction with the manufacturing equipment
- Experience reading electrical drawings and equipment documentation
- Experience managing or widely participating on equipment bidding processes, engineering phases, installation and commissioning
- Working knowledge of automotive assembly process and constraints
- Must be self-motivated, with a desire to continuously improve, learn and provide creative solutions
- Demonstrate an ability to manage complex projects with tight timing constraints, providing examples of such scenarios throughout one’s career
- Effective problem solver with knowledge and experience utilizing structured problem-solving methodology and experience introducing new products
- Exceptional organizational ability with good follow up skills and attention to details is a must
- Flexible to support travel for product development reviews (minimum 20%)
Candidates must have current U.S. work authorization or be TN eligible from Mexico or Canada. This position is not eligible for CPT or OPT. #LI-JN1
