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    Senior Failure Analysis Engineer - Portland, United States - Powin Corporation

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    We're Building the Future

    Ever want to do hard work that will make a REAL difference in the world? Do you want to solve some of the most difficult problems with a team of exceptional players at a company that does not believe in impossible?


    About Powin:


    Powin Energy is a leading producer of utility scale modular battery energy storage system (complete with a patented, advanced, cloud-based monitoring/control system).

    That means we build power plants out of batteries that put coal and gas generators out of business and enable sustainable viability for renewable energy sources like solar and wind.


    Powin is, and will continue to be, one of a handful of companies that will provide the equipment necessary to make this happen.


    Powin has distinct competitive advantages:
    cost-effectiveness; reliability; scalability; deploy-ability; and operational sophistication.

    Every day we work to ensure that we maintain these competitive advantages and our position as a global leader in providing turnkey, battery energy storage solutions for utility-scale, commercial and industrial, and microgrid applications.


    Summary:


    The Senior Failure Analysis Engineer, will be a technical expert in the Product Engineering and Technology organization and throughout Powin.

    This position will be responsible for leading the assessment of issues or failures from many sources and interfacing with critical stakeholders such as Hardware, Software, Firmware, Project Success, Quality, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders as needed.

    The Senior Failure Analysis Engineer, will travel to sites (as needed) to conduct onsite investigation, lead root cause analysis (RCA), diagnose issues, and work with appropriate stakeholders to communicate updates and execute corrective actions.


    Job Details:
    Responsible for onsite investigation of events involving equipment damage or safety concerns
    Lead the RCA of field, design, and manufacturing failures
    Conduct RCA by replication of symptoms through targeted, well designed experimentation
    Establish and maintain confidential documentation and databases related to failure analysis
    Maintain records, prepare inspection and failure data reports, and provide recommendations relating to failure analysis
    Provide updates in regular meetings and draft, deliver daily status reports (as needed)
    While managing an incident response, schedule and complete follow-up on failure analysis tasks, including providing Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and oversight of daily action items for onsite personnel
    Travel as required to gain first-hand knowledge of field issues and communicate resolutions
    Identify and obtain failure samples to use to support investigations
    Identify design or quality changes necessary to prevent future recurrence and communicate to appropriate teams
    Communicate findings and information to Service organizations and assist in creation of work instructions and procedures
    Share investigation plans, results, and proposed resolutions with customers in a clear and understandable manner
    Support cross-functional training and knowledge exchange on tools and solutions
    Understand life cycle of Powin products, including maintaining awareness of implication of design changes to internal stakeholder groups
    Work independently to identify issues and quantify impact to business and customers
    Propose and execute steps to investigate difficult, cross functional problems while under time pressure
    Perform other duties as assigned


    Qualifications:
    Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Fire Prevention, or a similar field, or equivalent relevant experience
    Minimum of 5-7 years of experience with fire cause investigation and reporting, battery cell failure analysis, or similar relevant experience
    Familiarity with or training with HAZWOPER
    Demonstrated experience with leading RCA's for manufacturing or technology organizations
    Ability to independently manage projects within budget and timeline constraints
    Ability to work cross functionally, explain designs and concepts to others with different backgrounds/degrees
    Flexible with design iterations and changes in direction
    Solid analytical, and problem-solving skills and can work independently and manage the workload of multiple projects and tasks
    Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
    Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
    Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally verbally and in writing
    Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support international teams
    Ability to travel (both domestically and internationally) with short notice
    Proven experience leading and mentoring junior colleagues
    Experience with any of the following is a plus:
    NFPA 921
    Certified Fire Investigator training
    Programming (C++, Python, SQL, LabVIEW, Matlab, other)


    Physical Demands and Work Environment:
    The below is intended to describe the general requirements for work performed in this role.

    It is not intended to be a complete list of all physical demands and work environment required of personnel in this role.

    Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed as deemed appropriate by management.
    Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as those rated to CAT4

    Frequently required to:
    stand; walk; balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch
    Ability to move throughout job-site which includes minor obstacles (incline, uneven terrain) and could include working from ladders
    Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
    Ability to monitor and manage work in variable weather conditions

    Powin is not accepting resumes from unsolicited headhunters or agencies at this time.


    EEO STATEMENT:


    The Company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws.

    The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identification or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, protected veteran status, disability (mental or physical), or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law.


    E-Verify:
    Powin participates in E-Verify and candidates will need to pass successfully upon completion of hire date.

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