AME Equipment Engineer, Battery

Responsibilities

• Define and implement long-term equipment strategy for battery cell and pack manufacturing
• Lead the entire equipment lifecycle from concept and specification to installation and commissioning
• Plan and lead the layout and installation of new battery manufacturing lines
• Act as a technical expert for battery manufacturing equipment and processes
• Manage vendors, negotiate specifications, and ensure on-time delivery
• Collaborate with design teams to optimize for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA)
• Drive continuous improvement for equipment performance, uptime, and yield
• Ensure all equipment meets safety standards and environmental compliance
• Mentor and guide less experienced engineers

Requirements

• 13+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing engineering
• 8+ years focused on battery manufacturing equipment in automotive EV or high-volume industries
• Proven experience with factory layout planning and scaling manufacturing lines
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering
• Deep expertise in cell, module, and battery manufacturing processes
• Strong understanding of automation, robotics, machine vision, and control systems
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, 3DX, or AutoCAD
• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale battery production
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP)
• Knowledge of battery cell chemistry and electrochemical principles
• Previous experience in a startup environment

About the Company

Harbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. Harbinger’s best-in-class team of EV, battery, and drivetrain experts have pooled their deep experience to bring a first-of-its-kind EV platform to support the growing demand for medium-duty EVs and Hybrids.