Equipment Tech Engineer

Equipment Tech EngineerUltium Cells, LLC. manufactures battery cells used in electric cars and other electric vehicles in a joint venture between LG Energy Solution, Ltd., and General Motors. This high-technology plant is a new construction that utilizes the latest battery cell manufacturing technology. This $2.3 billion investment will be among the largest battery cell manufacturing plants in the world.Ultium Cells produces battery cells for General Motors' North American electric vehicle applications. Ultium Cells' partners include LG Energy Solution, Ltd.; the world's largest manufacturer of automotive battery cells, and General Motors; a global company committed to delivering safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around.This position will be part of a technical team responsible for engineering work that includes continuous improvement, investigating and troubleshooting equipment/manufacturing/facility problems, analyzing production results, implementing and improving manufacturing methods and processes, and ensuring high yield and productivity in a highly automated manufacturing environment. His/her functions will also include interaction with internal and external customers and external vendors to solve urgent and complex problems by identifying and evaluating alternatives to provide support of all in-plant production as required. Position requires some on-call support.Job Responsibilities:Design, control, and provide modification and improvement of the equipmentTrouble shooting and solving problems on the chronic errors/troubleFind root cause analysis and reporting of major errorsMonitor and ensure running machines continuously to reduce breakdown timeCo-creation of documentation of the all the machines - creating and updating trouble shooting, work instructions, identifying problems, providing information about the course of the machine operation/maintenance during a shift and implementing preventive solutionsSupport for production and maintenance in solving technical problemsEnsure compliance to safety and environmental regulationsDirect and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production or processing of goods, maintenance and inspection personnelRead and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputsPractical knowledge and willingness to further develop in the area of mechanics / electrics / pneumatics and controlsImplements strategies to improve equipment uptime and availabilityAdditional duties as assignedQualifications and Competencies:Bachelor's Degree in Math, Physics, Statistics, Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical or related), or similar preferredDriven by objectives/KPI's; consistent; and high personal ownership to upholding accountability to established standards and practicesAbility to use logical thinking and decision making by focusing on identifying root cause objectively using data, analyzing production results, and following proven problem-solving methodsKnowledge of Mechanical/technical curiosity and mindsetCommitment and desire to learn our complex battery manufacturing processes with the goal of becoming a go-to resource for technical problem-solving discussionsEffective communication and presentation skillsMS Office tool-based report writing and oral communication skillsAbility to work well with individuals and teams across the company to achieve team goals and targetsGood computer, Troubleshooting, Problem-solving, Critical thinking skillsAbility to work well in a team environment a requirementTotal Rewards Information:100% Employer paid Medical, Dental, and VisionGenerous paid holidaysTuition Assistance for continuing educationVehicle Discount Program on General Motors branded vehiclesCommunication Stipend for Personal Cell PhoneUltium Cells LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.Ultium Cells will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which Visa-sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.