Technical Cleanliness - Florence, United States - AESC US LLC

Description

Job Description

AESC is looking to add a TecSa Engineer (Cleanliness Engineer) to our team in Florence, SC

• Full-Time
• On-site

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in nearly one million electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S.

Our mission is to solve the challenges for a sustainable future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.

The TecSa Engineer leads local technical cleanliness objectives for the Florence, South Carolina plant. The technical cleanliness engineer will work with Project Planning, Process Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain departments to incorporate appropriate technical cleanliness mindsets to new plant construction, equipment design, and quality monitoring plans.

You will have the opportunity to embark on a dynamic career path with abundant growth possibilities. We are committed to fostering the professional development of our employees, and your journey with us will be marked by ongoing learning and advancement. Our organization believes in recognizing and nurturing talent from within, providing a clear trajectory for career growth. As you demonstrate your skills and contribute to our collective success, doors will open for expanded responsibilities, leadership roles, and the chance to work on increasingly complex and impactful projects. We encourage a culture of continuous learning, offering various training programs, mentorship opportunities, and access to resources that empower you to chart your course within the company. Your success is our success, and we are dedicated to supporting your career aspirations every step of the way.

• Lead technical cleanliness activities with coordination across multiple plants while participating in OEM working groups for alignment.
• Assist with the company wide technical cleanliness strategy implementation to achieve company targets and quality standards.
• Aid in setting monitoring standards for technical cleanliness within production and promote culture of technical cleanliness within the region.
• Analyze and resolve complex issues and provide alternative solutions as necessary. Influence leadership on specific recommendations for current operations and future development.
• Contribute to the development of high-quality systems and products by ensuring functionality meets document specifications, product requirements, and organizational goals.
• Build strong relationships with business and technology stakeholders and champion continuous improvement initiatives across the company product portfolio.
• Produce quality metrics, testing results, and other reports for all levels of management.
• Contribute to the development of high-quality systems and products by ensuring functionality meets document specifications, product requirements, and organizational goals.

• Bachelor's Degree in chemical, mechanical, material science and engineering; Master's Degree desired with research experience in renewable resources, storage system or green technologies.
• 1-3 years of working experience in a GMP regulated environment within renewable energy equipment manufacturing, biotechnology, medical device, pharmaceutical, semiconductors, electronics, or any cleanroom validation and contamination control activities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, any statistical analysis software
• Ability to clearly understand manufacturing concerns, write descriptions of concerns and relay details of manufacturing issues to engineers and managers
• Ability to analyze issues and make recommendations for countermeasure implementations.
• 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)

• Research experience within battery storage systems, smart materials.
• 1-2 years of process engineering related role within EV, ESS, semiconductor, electronics, medical device or renewable energy industries
• Hands-on experience in using physical chemistry and/or analytical chemistry equipment and metrologies.
• Strong technical review and writing background.
• Experience in cleanroom or controlled environments
• Awareness of battery production and process impacts of contamination.
• Working knowledge of ISO 14644 for cleanrooms and controlled environments
• Working knowledge of VDA 19 Part 1 and 2
• Awareness of ISO 16232 for the cleanliness of components of fluid circuits in road vehicles
• Awareness of ZVEI guidelines for technical cleanliness in electrical engineering

Welcome to our state-of-the-art Gigafactory 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. At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary and a rewarding AESC bonus program. In addition, we provide a range of valuable benefits, such as 401K, and health insurance. 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 of changing the world.

• 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)
• Tuition reimbursement

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, if you believe this role suits you well, we encourage you to apply. Your application gives us the opportunity to learn more about you and explore potential fits within our team.

Following the submission of your application, we are committed to providing timely responses to all applicants, though response times may vary depending on the volume of submissions. If you do not receive an immediate response, please rest assured that this in no way reflects on the quality of your candidacy. Your application will be retained in our files, and we may reach out to you for future roles that align with your skills and interests. As our organization experiences rapid growth, we appreciate your patience in this process. We are actively working each day to enhance our application procedures to ensure a smoother and more efficient experience for all applicants. Thank you for your understanding and enthusiasm for joining our dynamic team.

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.

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.

Travel

Occasional domestic and international travel required.

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.