Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Automation and Equipment Design

About Estes Energy:

Estes develops and manufactures exceptional zero-emission power systems that unlock true scale and performance for the electrification of the commercial vehicle and equipment markets. Estes will democratize electrification by enabling powertrain solutions at better cost and performance than diesel solutions, for both high-volume established OEMs making thousands of vehicles per year, and industry newcomers making next generation electrified vehicles and equipment.

Here’s the ugly truth. Approximately 3.9 million barrels of diesel fuel (equal to 5.8 Terawatt-hours of energy) are consumed every day across the United States, mostly by commercial vehicles and equipment. That’s 1.66 mega tonnes of CO2 GHG emissions every day. That’s 353 kilotonnes of NOx and 9.92 kilotonnes of SOx gases emitted, poisoning our people and planet, every day. We exist to move the needle on transitioning a century old diesel burning industry to electric.

An Associate Equipment Design and Process Development Engineer will focus on development of new manufacturing lines, including equipment and process.

• Conceive, design and implement new processes & equipment
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop new advanced equipment and methods
• Concept, design and build inhouse fixtures and tooling for prototype and manufacturing
• Develop battery pack assembly line DFM, automation and process projects
• Specify equipment and develop processes based on product design requirements and tolerances
• Champion manufacturing equipment and processes from concept through factory launch
• Conceive and implement new processes to allow manufacturing of high-quality batteries
• Develop equipment calibration and validation plans for prototype and production equipment
• Work cross functionally with internal and external teams, providing light project management of development schedule
• Create work instructions based on developed assembly processes
• Procure new manufacturing tools and accessories necessary for supporting a production line
• Work cross functionally with internal and external teams to ensure equipment development launch success
• Provide analysis to confirm equipment and processes are meeting requirements

• Proactive and able to work independently
• Creative and confident in bringing new ideas to the team
• Able to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, and diligent
• Flexible and open to change
• Demonstrate sound judgment and problem-solving skills including challenging assumptions
• Able to prioritize tasks and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar technical field.
• 0-3 years experience in MFG engineering, equipment design, process development, applicable classwork or internships;
• Experience designing precision fixtures and jigs, integrating various automation and data collecting elements
• CAD/Catia Experience
• Experience with manufacturing environments
• Experience managing a project with cost, safety, performance, and schedule metrics
• Providing DFM for new hardware design
• Demonstrated ability to keep projects on track and ensure the timely launch of your projects

• Subject matter experience in electromechanical assembly
• Developing new automation cells or equipment to support manufacturing production experience
• Project Management experience
• Programming experience
• Battery safety experience
• Electrical Panel/Controls experience

At Estes, we are building a team grounded in competence, character, and mutual respect. We believe diverse perspectives are essential to solving meaningful and complex problems of our industry. We provide a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, and we ensure equal opportunity in all employment practices. Every team member is valued for their contributions and empowered to grow in a culture of integrity, autonomy, and shared purpose.

This is a full-time role with a base salary of $90,000–$120,000 and meaningful equity participation. Compensation is tailored to experience and role scope. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and a 401(k).