Harbinger · 8 hours ago
Principal AME Equipment Engineer, Battery
Garden Grove, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$170K/yr - $190K/yr
13+ years expHarbinger is an American commercial electric vehicle (EV) company on a mission to transform an industry starving for innovation. They are seeking an experienced Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Equipment Engineer to lead the design and development of battery manufacturing equipment, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality in production.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturing
Responsibilities
Define and implement the long-term equipment strategy for battery cell and pack manufacturing, aligning with product roadmaps, production targets, and cost goals of the company
Lead the entire equipment lifecycle: concept, specification, vendor selection, design review, installation, commissioning, ramp-up, and continuous improvement
Lead the planning, layout, and installation of new battery manufacturing lines within existing or new facilities. This includes space optimization, utility requirements, and ensuring seamless integration of equipment
Act as the technical expert for battery manufacturing equipment, including:
Partner with equipment suppliers, leading technical discussions, negotiating specifications, and ensuring on-time delivery and performance
Collaborate with battery design and product engineering teams to optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA) on automated equipment
Drive continuous improvement for equipment performance, uptime, yield, and cycle time through data analysis, root cause analysis, and robust solutions
Ensure all equipment designs and installations meet safety standards, environmental compliance, and relevant industry regulations
Mentor and guide less experienced engineers, fostering technical excellence and continuous learning
Work with R&D, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Facilities teams for successful project execution and integration of new equipment
Qualification
Required
13+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing engineering, with at least 8+ years focused on battery manufacturing equipment in automotive EV or a related high-volume manufacturing industry (e.g., consumer electronics, energy storage)
Proven experience with factory layout planning, utility integration, and scaling manufacturing lines within new or expanding facilities
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
Deep expertise in various cell, module & battery manufacturing processes (e.g., cell testing, assembly, welding, laser cleaning, foaming and module/pack assembly)
Proven history of bringing new, complex manufacturing equipment online from concept to high-volume production
Strong understanding of automation principles, robotics, machine vision, and control systems in manufacturing
Experience with equipment specification, procurement, vendor qualification, and contract negotiation
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, 3DX, AutoCAD) for reviewing equipment designs and layouts
Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions for equipment issues
Self-starter with a sense of urgency and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment
Team and result oriented
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required for vendor visits, installations, and support. This role requires up to 25% travel
Preferred
Experience with large-scale battery production
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies
Project management certification (e.g., PMP)
Experience with battery cell chemistry and electrochemical principles
Previous experience working in a startup environment
Benefits
Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision (HDV) – 100% employee covered
Early-stage Stock Options
Robust Retirement Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Parental Leave
Annual Vacation Bonus
Wellness & Fertility Benefits
Cell Phone Stipend
Complimentary Meals & Stocked Kitchens
Company
Harbinger
Harbinger is a commercial electric vehicle company that focuses on chassis architecture design.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$362.7MKey Investors
Greycroft
2025-11-13Series C· $160M
2025-01-14Series B· $100M
2024-05-21Series Unknown· $13M
Leadership Team
John Harris
CoFounder and CEO
Phillip Weicker
Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer
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