Dakkota Integrated Systems · 19 hours ago
Electrical Engineer - High Voltage Micro-Welding Systems
Detroit, MI 48213, USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expDakkota Integrated Systems has been a leader in precision-engineered vehicle components for over 24 years. They are seeking a strategic Electrical Engineer to lead the design and optimization of electrical systems for micro-welding technologies used in EV battery manufacturing.
AutomotiveConsumer ElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Design, specify, and troubleshoot electrical and control systems for high voltage flex circuits with micro‑welding equipment, including laser and resistance welding platforms
Support and maintain electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and I/O documentation to support automated flex circuit manufacturing systems with tool shops
Support and integrate PLC platforms, motion control systems, laser controllers, HMIs, safety PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens), and industrial communication networks (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus)
Ensure compliance with applicable electrical and safety standards, including NFPA 79, IEC, UL, and internal high voltage manufacturing requirements
Provide electrical and controls support for micro‑welding processes used in battery tabs, busbars, cell‑to‑cell, voltage sense tabs, and module interconnects
Support welding of copper, aluminum, nickel, and plated materials, including dissimilar metal joints common in EV battery assemblies
Interface with laser sources (fiber and disk), beam delivery optics, galvo scanning systems, wavelength (Blue, Red, Green), and resistance welding power supplies
Implement and support real‑time weld monitoring and feedback systems, including current, voltage, energy, displacement, plume monitoring, vision inspection, and pyrometry
Support weld validation and quality requirements in accordance with ISO 13919, ISO 6520, AWS standards, and customer‑specific battery specifications
Support electrical safety requirements for high‑energy EV battery manufacturing environments
Design, implement, and validate laser safety systems, including Class 4 laser enclosures, interlocks, LOTO, light curtains, and safety PLC architectures
Ensure proper grounding, isolation, and ESD controls critical to safe battery production
Support compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer‑specific EV battery safety and quality requirements
Lead electrical and controls support for equipment commissioning, FAT/SAT activities, production line launches, and ramp‑up
Provide hands‑on troubleshooting to minimize downtime, scrap, and weld‑related defects in high‑volume manufacturing environments
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, First Pass Yield (FPY), defect reduction, and equipment reliability
Collaborate with maintenance teams to develop preventive maintenance standards, electrical troubleshooting guides, and training materials
Support PFMEA, DFMEA (as applicable), Control Plans, and process capability (Cp/Cpk) related to EV battery welding processes
Implement weld data collection, traceability, and process monitoring tied to serial numbers and MES systems
Participate in structured problem‑solving efforts (8D, A3, root cause analysis) involving weld defects, reliability issues, or field concerns
Support PPAP submissions, customer audits, and launch readiness reviews for EV battery programs
Support VAA's new program, launch initiatives, and perform additional responsibilities as required
Work closely with Battery Process, Mechanical, Automation, Quality, and Reliability Engineering teams to ensure robust welding systems
Interface with laser OEMs, welding equipment suppliers, integrators, and vision system vendors to support system development, debugging, and optimization
Provide technical support to global EV battery manufacturing sites as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
5+ years of electrical engineering experience in automotive or EV battery manufacturing
Hands‑on experience with laser and/or resistance micro‑welding systems in automated, high‑volume production
Proficient with electrical design tools (EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical), PLCs (Allen‑Bradley and/or Siemens), and industrial networks (Profinet, EtherNet/IP)
Experience with laser systems, welding power supplies, safety systems, functional safety, weld monitoring, vision, and data acquisition
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and data‑driven problem‑solving skills with a high focus on detail and safety
Effective cross‑functional communicator able to support fast‑paced EV launch environments
Preferred
Experience supporting EV battery cells, modules, and/or pack manufacturing
Understanding of Battery Architecture for different formats of cells (prismatic, cylindrical and pouch)
Understanding of the criticality of functions of Current Collector Assemblies
Knowledge of battery tab micro‑welding, including Cu‑Al, Cu‑Ni, and Al‑Al joints
Laser safety certification and/or experience managing Class 4 laser systems
Experience with MES integration, weld traceability, and weld data analytics
Benefits
Paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan for eligible employees
Company
Dakkota Integrated Systems
Dakkota Integrated Systems, LLC manufactures integrated automotive interiors for original equipment manufacturers
1001-5000 employees
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