Battery Pack Manufacturing Engineer/Technician

Company Description SPM is building high-performance battery packs, power export systems, and ground mobility vehicles in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

We're building mobility products that change the landscape of how humans, energy and cargo move around. Calling our products impactful is an understatement - People's lives depend on our power systems and vehicles functioning perfectly time, and time again, in the harshest conditions on earth. 

We're a dual use company and we interact with civilians, enterprise, and government stakeholders. You will be expected to act presentably and with respect to others. Our products and lines of business will continue to expand, foreseeing market and socioeconomic trends.

If you desire full ownership, zero babysitting, and the ability to progress through the ranks at a pace limited only by your own motivation - SPM is the company you must join. You will be surrounded by the most elite, uncompromising engineer, who also spare time to have fun and be normal people. Work is primarily in-person except in the case of maximum productivity being achieved from outside of the office/shop - this is rare. We recognize that everyone has a life outside of the office, so an unlimited paid time off policy is in place for full-time employees, with time off at manager discretion. 

As we build the most well-known mobility company, you'll have the opportunity to expand your skillset in any way you see fit. You may start out here as an engineer, and soon learn that business development is your area of interest - you'll have the opportunity to pursue this interest. We believe everyone performs their best work doing what they are truly passionate about. The best part about SPM is seeing the satisfaction of our customers. Everybody we've delivered products to, given demos to, or interacted with has come away with more value having learned something new. You will travel across the United States and world visiting customers, suppliers, and attending demos/conferences.

Role Description The Battery Pack Manufacturing Engineer/Technician will be responsible for supporting the design, assembly, and production of battery packs for mobility products and energy storage. We are scaling battery production for multiple modules ranging from 1s5p to 14s5p and 14s9p. The 14s5p modules will be arranged into a 112s5p , 470V max battery pack. We'll need your help scaling production of batteries.

We're developing an electric powertrain for light off-road vehicles that will be used in an unmanned ground vehicle. The powertrain is high voltage (400+) and will use an in-house battery pack, in-house BMS

This is a full-time in-person role based in Pittsburgh, PA.

Day-to-day tasks include developing and refining manufacturing processes, assembling battery modules and packs by hand and with automation equipment, performing quality checks, and documenting procedures and work instructions. The role involves collaborating with engineering teams to improve manufacturability, troubleshooting production issues, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives on the shop floor.

This position also includes maintaining equipment, ensuring adherence to safety standards for both low-voltage and high-voltage systems, and providing feedback on design changes from a manufacturing perspective. While most responsibilities are performed onsite in the workshop and production area, some process documentation, data analysis, and coordination tasks can be completed from home.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience assembling electronics and battery packs, including soldering and wiring.
• 2 years of experience hand-spot welding aluminum case battery cells.
• 2 years of experience as an assembly technician or manufacturing engineer.
• Experience prototyping electrical systems and battery packs.
• Demonstrated experience in machining, fabrication, modification, and precise handling of mechanical components used in battery systems.
• Demonstrated ability to progress multi-disciplinary systems and products from initial concept to low scale production.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, follow technical documentation, and use standard measurement tools and shop equipment.
• Must be a self-starter who finds ways to advance the company overall once your own work is finished

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technologies, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• A deep understanding of battery pack component design, structural integrity, and mechanical integration of battery packs.
• Desire to advance the status quo for your role, and become irreplicable.
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing or prototyping at a major OEM or Startup
• Formula SAE Leadership Experience
• Experience working with high-voltage systems, battery modules, or EV powertrains is strongly preferred.