Senior Equipment Design Engineer, Battery Engineering

Senior Equipment Design Engineer, Battery EngineeringJob Category: EngineeringRequisition Number: SENIO004178Apply nowPosted : August 13, 2025Full-TimeOn-siteLocationsShowing 1 locationProterra offers a dynamic and supportive workplace where our employees can thrive personally and professionally. With cutting-edge facilities and groundbreaking projects, Proterra offers unique opportunities to grow, collaborate, and lead transformative change in the electrification of heavy-duty transportation and equipment.Our commitment to innovation extends beyond our battery solutions to our people, where we create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to drive change for the earth. Here at Proterra we strive to foster a culture of inclusivity, valuing diverse perspectives and encouraging bold ideas, allowing our employees to bring their full selves to work. Our employees benefit from competitive total rewards packages, and opportunities to develop professionally.Position OverviewThis position as part of the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) organization will assist in the development of new manufacturing technologies and automation equipment through the design of machines, fixtures, and tools. This highly collaborative position is a key part of the Battery Technology organization. You will work with other leaders, engineers, and technicians to establish Proterra as a world-class manufacturer of battery-based energy storage.About the Role – You will:Design and implement custom fixtures, machines, and tooling to be used in the manufacturing of Proterra Battery Based Energy StorageCreate BOMs, Drawings, And Documentation for various designs using CAD and other softwareManage internal manufacturing design projects to ensure project meets schedule, requirements, and performanceParticipate in the automation design cycle from conception to implementation including concept generation, detail mechanical design, controls hardware design, machine controls/sequence planning, assembly, testing ect.Collaborate with manufacturing controls engineers to develop automated equipment through the selection of sensors, motors, actuators and other electromechanical hardware.Work alongside Manufacturing Engineers to develop manufacturing processes through the design of novel automated machines, semi-automated machines, and manual assembly fixturesWork with technicians to build and implement new equipment, fixtures, and toolingCollaborate with suppliers to develop new advanced equipment and methodsWork cross functionally with internal and external teams to ensure equipment implementation is successfulPerform tolerance analysis on production parts and tooling to ensure functionality of designsAssist with creation of mechanical design standards for automation equipment and fixture design. Apply lessons learned from projects to further improve the standard.Participate in design reviews with external automation vendorsHelp manage an approved component list for equipmentProvide DFM feedback to product design as it relates to tooling design for automation and assemblyAbout Our Group:The Advanced Manufacturing Engineering group seeks to develop innovative new manufacturing processes and automation tools to establish Proterra as a world leader in battery pack manufacturing. It is comprised of several different teams focused on different aspects of battery manufacturing, including process development and automated manufacturing equipment design.This role is part of the larger Battery Technology Team. The Battery Technology Team’s work is guided by our team values:INNOVATION: We think of new ideas and take bold action to bring them to life.ADAPTABILITY: We react quickly to our ever-changing environment.CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: We strive to make our products, services, and processes better.TEAMWORK & COLLABORATION: We work together to solve problems with CLUSION: We create welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to a diverse work community.SUSTAINABILITY: We change the world through environmentally responsible practices.KINDNESS: We are honest, caring, and respectful with each other.You will report to the Sr Manager, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering within the Battery Engineering Organization and collaborate with other team members located at our R&D headquarters in Burlingame, CA and manufacturing facilities in Greer, SC.About You:Self-starting individual with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organizationCustomer-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.Flexible and open to changeStrong time management and organizational skills; proactive and the ability to work with little supervision.Sound judgment and problem-solving skills; challenge assumptions not supported by engineering analysisAbility to prioritize tasks and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skillsAbility to travel as needed to Proterra and project-related partner sitesYour Experience Includes:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical field.Experience in a manufacturing engineering role or similar technical role; designing equipment and/or fixtures for a production environmentExperience with automation equipment designHands on experience in high or low volume manufacturing environmentsExperience using CAD to design parts and assembliesExperience creating 2D Drawings to ensure parts are made to specification.Experience organizing CAD of large assembliesExperience managing a project with cost, safety, performance, and schedule metricsKnowledge of pneumatic components and control methodsKnowledge of machine safety standards (ANSI/RIA15.06, OSHA)Knowledge of automation controls and componentsYou Might Also Have:Knowledge of electric vehicle battery pack manufacturing6 Axis Robotic workcell and EOAT Design experience3D modeling experience using Catia, Solidworks, or other CAD platformsPLM ExperienceControls experience programming PLCs, Robots, and microcontrollersKnowledge of electrical hardware needed to create automation workcellsLocation: Burlingame, CACommon Travel Locations: Greenville, SC; Vendor SitesTravel: 10-20%Compensation: $140,000 - 165,000Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. There is no immigration sponsorship available for this role (ex: H1-B, OPT, CPT, TN or any other employment sponsorship).Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. 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Created: 2025-09-17