Senior Engineer - Battery Cell Interconnect Welding

Key Skills

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Job Description

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Primary Location: United States (US) - North Carolina - Kernersville 

Function: Engineering (CA)

Title: Senior Engineer - Battery Cell Interconnect Welding - 102569

Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As a Senior Engineer - Battery Cell Interconnect Welding for John Deere Kernersville located in Kernersville, NC, you will...

• Own the technical aspects of the cell interconnect bonding/welding process:
• Design and execution of process DOEs to define cell connection process and parameters
• Bond/weld process and bond/weld design verification plan
• Define needed lab equipment for process development and quality control
• Lead development of the cell interconnect bonding process with machine line integrators/suppliers for new products and existing production
• Support development of automated, high-volume battery manufacturing solutions by specifying robust cell bonding/welding processes and equipment, maximizing FPY and output while reducing takt tire and manufacturing errors
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in product design, industrial/manufacturing design, factory automation, facilities and operations, and quality to deliver needed manufacturing solutions, identify opportunities for improvement, and diagnose tactical issues
• Lead development and execution of ongoing process/inline quality testing for bonding/welding operations
• Plan, develop, and execute advanced cell bonding/welding technology studies
• Transfer knowledge learned from laboratory studies and experimental trials to robust high-volume manufacturing solutions
• Build competency with bonding technologies within the company and contribute to knowledge management/maintenance

VISA sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

What Skills You Need

• 3 or more years in at least one of the following areas: battery cell interconnection design/manufacturing, weld process development, automated battery manufacturing machine design
• Experience with battery module/pack design
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Background in relevant engineering specialties (weld, materials science, mechanical, electrical, etc.) necessary to develop cell interconnect bond/weld processes and systems
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve problems, think critically, and generate conclusions/solutions from technical data
• Demonstrated ability to formulate and execute action plans in situations of ambiguity
• Demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries and drive cross functional collaboration

• Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Ability and willingness to travel, including internationally

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience in at least one of the following areas: factory automation, manufacturing engineering (line and process design, material presentation, line/cycle balancing, and visual management tools), data science/analytics, machine design
• Deep technical knowledge of battery cell interconnect bond/weld technology, processes, industry standards, and applications to high volume manufacturing
• Experience in quality systems and tools (e.g. PFMEA, Six Sigma)
• Experience leading a team of highly technical specialists
• 2 or more years of technical project/program management

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelors of Arts/Science in a Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Materials Science or Weld Engineering, or other relevant discipline with relevant work experience.

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use

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The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

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