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About Slate

Slate is a new US Electric Vehicle company transforming the battery electric vehicle space.

Who we are looking for: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Equipment Electrical Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide engineering services in a technically sound, safe, timely and cost effective manner.

Central Midwest location in a highly desirable mid-size community. Must be willing to relocate to Slate manufacturing plant location. This position is not in Troy, MI/Metro Detroit

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to financially sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this opportunity currently.

What you get to do:

• Prioritize safety above all to protect our team members, partners, and customers.
• Provide support to management for Manufacturing Equipment specifications projects at our manufacturing facility using LEAN methodologies, including lifecycle planning
• Responsible for organizing and producing engineering drawings for installation and commissioning of new and existing designs that consists of physical layouts (general arrangements, grounding, conduits) to electro-mechanical and microprocessor type protection relay systems in high voltage stations.
• Working closely with IT to install and integrate equipment with our MES, ERP, and PLM Systems (NetSuite, Oracle, Allen Bradley, etc)
• Leading and supporting design teams involved with conceptual, preliminary, and final design of station projects.
• Producing, reviewing, and mentoring physical design and electrical designs.
• Performs engineering design work and engineering studies.
• Performs as engineering project leader.
• Prepares specifications for RFQ and vendor qualifications
• Prepares recommendation material for management consideration.
• Administers and reviews work performed by consultants and others.
• Performs field engineering work and analyses.
• Responsible for project budgets and schedules.
• Maintains equipment, systems and components to ensure their performance and capacity.
• Develop test plans and performs tests on electrical circuitry, equipment, and systems.

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor's degree in related field (Professional Engineer (PE) license and advance degree is a plus).
• Minimum 5 years proven experience in a similar role, with a track record of successfully supporting automotive vehicle launches.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing continuous improvement, high voltage, transformers and switch gears.
• Experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, and execution of Manufacturing Facilities
• Preferred experience with greenfield or brownfield facility conversion
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be proficient in mechanical and controls.
• OSHA certification is a plus
• Experience with PLC, Automation, HMI, and power distribution equipment
• Experience with automotive manufacturing equipment controls or similar industrial settings
• Previous experience as a certified electrician is a plus
• Experience with working with IT for equipment installation and set up

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recar-talent_acquisition@slate.auto or (813) 468-7257.

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