We at Kempower Empower the EV Evolution and create a Cleaner and more silent environment for us all. We inspire our audiences to join the electric movement. Want to plug in and be the change?

Whether it's our perspective, the way we work together or the impact on the climate - we make it positive. We are people with a can-do attitude. We help each other and voice our opinions, independent of our job descriptions or titles. We come from over 40 nationalities all over the world and keep on looking for other continents as we go.

The EV market is constantly evolving, and so are we. We are searching for learners, doers and problem solvers from many different backgrounds.

We love learning, taking care of each other, and having fun with each other.

The future is electric – get ready to join the current! This is just the beginning.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As an Operations Engineer, you will:

• Production Working Phase: Defines the working phase sequence of new production processes to achieve the targeted product cost and equipment investment costs. Ensures appropriate production methods, cycle time, equipment performance, and materials/component flow to support production targets.
• Production Improvement Projects: Identifies and recommends production process improvements, defining layout and tooling, and implements improvement projects, ensuring adherence to time frame, cost, and department requirements.
• Production Process: Ensures the production process complies with the project targets including quality and safety. Approves the design for processes developed internally or externally and performs the final tests regarding the project.
• Production Support: Diagnoses issues in production lines, identifies corrective action, and resolves issues, and provides training to production team as needed. Provides support to production during the internal/external process/equipment start-up, defining action plans and training relevant to maintenance and production resources.
• Process Technologies: Evaluates process technologies (ERP/MES) to improve productivity, quality, and cost reduction, defining and leading testing activities, approval criteria, and external provider choices.
• Documentation: Prepares technical documentation regarding the process phases and the related methods and cycle times.

WHAT DO WE EXPECT FROM YOU?

• B.Sc. in Engineering (Production, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical).
• Over 3 years of power electronics/final assembly industry experience.
• Over 3 years of manufacturing experience and ability to identify process improvements.
• Experience utilizing CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Proven track record of delivering results in projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative style.
• Independent thinking and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Initiative with a high collaborative culture and energy level.

WHY KEMPOWER?

We believe in integrity. This means open doors and honest conversations, career development, and taking ownership of your work, no matter the title. At Kempower we grow together. And as we grow, we change, and so we find ways to make sure our job descriptions align with our interests and needs. So it's not just the product we're developing, but our people.

We support your well-being by offering comprehensive benefits including zero cost options for medical, dental, and vision, competitive 401(k), and performance bonuses!

Get to know us better at Kempower Careers!

WOULD YOU LIKE TO PLUG IN AND BE THE CHANGE?

Does this sound like something for you? Want to join us in powering planet cool? We can't wait to hear from you! 

Location: USA/North Carolina/Durham (RTP)

Kempower is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Our employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, or any other status protected by laws and regulations. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics, and we encourage applicants of all ages.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, and you need assistance to apply, please contact our Kempower HR team at RecruitingNA@Kempower.com. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process, as required by law.