Electrical Engineer

The Electrical Engineer at American Lithium Energy Corporation supports lithium-ion battery production by installing, designing, testing, and troubleshooting electrical systems and manufacturing equipment, while partnering with cross-functional teams on quality and efficiency improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot lithium-ion battery production equipment using established engineering principles and manufacturer documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to electrically set up and integrate equipment for high-volume production lines.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical problems in test systems, manufacturing machinery, and production equipment to reduce downtime.
• Apply electrical engineering and process improvement methods to enhance manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and equipment reliability.
• Develop operation manuals, procedures, and other technical documentation for cell assembly and production equipment.
• Provide engineering support to cell assembly line operations to keep equipment running according to established standards and procedures.
• Train technicians on safe operation and maintenance of newly installed equipment and updated manufacturing systems.
• Create and maintain equipment-related quality control procedures, reports, and records, and verify adherence throughout manufacturing.
• Work with equipment vendors to resolve technical issues, coordinate installations, and support warranty and service activities.
• Perform other engineering duties as assigned to support production goals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 2–5 years of electrical engineering experience supporting manufacturing or production equipment in electronics, battery, semiconductor, medical device, aerospace, or other automated manufacturing environments.
• Working knowledge of pneumatics, basic automation, and motion control.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment documentation.
• Understanding of manufacturing and machining processes and workholding.
• Ability to gather product requirements from internal sources, develop recommendations, and document and communicate findings.
• Strong problem-solving skills with written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently on routine problems and collaborate as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in lithium-ion battery cell or pack manufacturing.
• Hands-on PLC programming or troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with new equipment installation, commissioning, or acceptance testing.
• Experience working within an AS9100D or ISO 9001 quality management system.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $75,000–$90,000 per year. Final pay is based on job-related factors including experience, skills, and qualifications.

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Location, Schedule, and Job Type

• Location: Vista, CA (in person)
• Job type: Full-time
• Shift: Day Shift
• Ability to relocate: Vista, CA 92081 (preferred); relocate before starting work

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Bend, squat, reach, and climb ladders or platforms on a frequent basis.
• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Wear required personal protective equipment at all times in production areas.
• Work is performed in a lithium-ion battery manufacturing environment, including energized electrical equipment, moving machinery, and battery materials and chemicals, with required safety controls in place.

Export Control Requirement

This position requires access to technology and technical data subject to U.S. export control regulations. Applicants must be a U.S. person: a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or a person granted asylum or refugee status in the United States. ALE will verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

• ALE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• ALE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Application Questions

• Do you have experience working in a manufacturing environment?
• Do you have experience with manufacturing equipment engineering?