New Product Introduction Engineering Technician

About the Role - You will:

• Work with Manufacturing engineering to improve processes.

• Perform time studies as needed.

• PO management for all tooling and material outside of the scope of machine.

• Update Task and work orders in Visual Factory (MES).

• Validate build process for New Products.

• Work with Engineering during C sample to understand variation.

• Help manage process changes on the line.

• Implement and maintain tests that ensure quality and functionality of battery packs.

• Prepare and deliver build documentation to the production floor under strict deadlines.

• Troubleshoot battery production equipment when necessary.

• Focus on continuous improvement implementation in your area of responsibility.

• Drive and implement continuous improvement ideas.

• Maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of controls, testing technology, and practices.

• Train production operators when needed.

• Other duties as assigned by management.

About Our Group:

• As strategic partners, the New Product Introduction (NPI) Team strives to ensure that our values, culture and engagement always allow us do great things for our company.

• We strive to provide the highest-level service and support to our clients each and every day.

• We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and own team.

• We treat each other with respect……and always try to have a little fun every day!

• This position will be part of the New Product Introduction (NPI) Team that supports Proterra's Battery Manufacturing and Engineering operations in Greenville, SC.

• You will report to the NPI Lead Managerand collaborate with other Engineering team members located at our headquarters in Burlingame, CA and manufacturing facilities in Greer, SC

About You:

• Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization, especially with the technical areas.

• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.

• Detail-oriented, resourceful and diligent; Cooperates with co-workers in maintaining continuous workflow.

• Strong time management, organizational skills and work ethic to multi-task and work well under pressure to meet schedules.

• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication skills.

Your Experience Includes:

• 3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to perform failure investigation independently.

• Good analytical skills and communicate effectively with all levels.

• Proficient with MS Office applications

• Experience with manufacturing and/or testing EVs is a plus.

• Knowledge of electrical schematic and prints with experience in AutoCAD.

• Ignition MES (experience is a plus)

• Physical Demands:

• May work various shifts if needed; may be requested to travel to different locations for training and acceptance testing.

• Able to lift 25 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds.

• Able to walk, stand, crouch, bench, kneel, lift, carry and reach as needed in large and tight spaces.

• Good eye/hand coordination and ability to identify color variations, depth perceptions and close or distance visual items.

• Manual dexterity with occasional repetitive finger motion

• Environmental Demands:

• Ability to work in manufacturing environment with extreme heat and cold conditions.

• Wear protective clothing or respiratory protective equipment.

• Works with irritant chemicals, gases, etc.

Location : Greer, SC

Travel: 0 - 10%

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)