Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

About Us

Moxion is a vertically integrated manufacturer of all-electric mobile power and energy storage solutions. We have developed commercial-scale, powerful, silent, and emissions-free mobile battery stations that are designed to replace traditional diesel generators in most applications today. We’re pioneering mobile energy storage technology, leveraging vertical integration and a software-enabled service model to deliver last-mile electrification for our customers and communities. The Moxion team is a passionate group of humans who care about the environment and disrupting the diesel economy. Come build the first distributed utility with us, propelling the biggest energy transformation of our lifetime.

In this role, you will play a key role in the Manufacturing Engineering Management team, supporting the Plant Manager and other site leaders. Your primary responsibility will be to enhance and optimize manufacturing processes to boost efficiency, quality, and safety standards. You will also be involved in the overall process design and proposing innovative measures to improve manufacturing, thereby driving productivity and cost-effectiveness.

What you’ll do:

• Accountable for safety, costs and quality targets for assigned areas
• Develop, evaluate and improve manufacturing methods
• Employ knowledge of product design, materials, parts, fabrication processes, tooling, and production equipment to lead efficiency.
• Lead 1st article manufacturing validation activity for design changes
• Work with HW Engineering to identify and correct product related issues on the line
• Analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements and workflow
• Maximize efficiency of equipment layout design and workspace
• Have a strong voice for new product design for manufacturing.
• Advocate for new product design for manufacturing
• Confer with vendors and engineering to determine product specifications 
• Arrange for purchase of equipment, materials or parts
• Evaluate products according to specifications and quality standards
• Estimate production times, staffing requirements and related costs
• Communicate budget needs to leadership using data
• Cross collaborate with engineers and leaders to determine manufacturing capabilities and production schedule 
• Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential needs
• Research and purchase manufacturing technology
• Prioritize projects effectively for team

About You:

• Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization
• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity
• Detail-oriented, resourceful and diligent
• Strong time management and organizational skills; must be able to work any shift as needed based on production needs
• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills

Skills to be successful:

• 7+ years’ experience in an automotive manufacturing environment or related environment
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (mechanical, electrical or industrial)
• Design for manufacturing experience; Process design and layout experience
• Expert level of understanding of lean manufacturing concepts
• Strong functional, hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of GD&T, basic Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and electro-mechanical systems
• Knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Process Flow, Control Plan and ISO/T
• Proficient in Solidworks, MS applications, and Google Suite
• Experience with power tools and measuring tools
• Ability to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to work various shifts when needed

Pay Equity

Moxion is committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. Compensation displayed is a range. Maximum amounts are reserved for those candidates that exceed all experience and background requirements.  We reserve the right to offer compensation based on level of experience.  Moxion has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States, which allows us to pay employees competitively and consistently in different geographic markets. The range above reflects the potential base pay within the San Francisco Bay area. If you live outside that region, the range is subject to change. 

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within the range provided above. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. 

At Moxion you get

Health, dental, and vision coverage, PTO, competitive equity & compensation packages, free lunch, coffee, and snacks onsite, flexible work from home (for some roles), free tax advisory services, access to Mountain Hardware, Columbia, Sorel, & Prana employee stores and discounts, company swag, and parental leave program.

We Value

People are at the core of Moxion’s values. We care about growth for our people and team, and this translates to an open and transparent culture. Moxion believes that diversity is as core to our business as the underlying products and technology we’re developing. Diversity in people leads to diversity of thought and different perspectives to draw from, often resulting in a new or unique way of approaching or solving a problem. Diversity drives innovation. 

Moxion is looking for candidates who identify with different races, religions, national origins, age groups, genders, or gender identities, and we don’t discriminate against marital status, physical or mental disability, health or medical conditions, military and veteran status, genetic information, and other classifications that may or may not be protected by law. If you can bring a unique perspective or experience to our company, please apply.

Moxion is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please let our recruiting team know.