Senior Manufacturing Engineer

The Opportunity 

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of efficient and safe manufacturing processes, from initial concept to production. You will play a key role in scaling our manufacturing operations and ensuring the highest quality standards for our innovative battery energy storage solutions.

The Role

• Location: In-person, Moment Energy Coquitlam Office
• Benefits:
• • 3 weeks paid vacation plus 1 week off between Christmas and New Year's  
  • Extended health, dental, and vision benefits plan 
  • RRSP matching
  • Regular company socials, events and weekly fitness and yoga  
  • Free electric vehicle charging  
  • Open and collaborative company culture!

Responsibilities and Duties

• Planning and optimization of material handling, workflows, and manufacturing processes.
• Develop and implement robust safety protocols and best practices within the manufacturing environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing throughput and overall efficiency.
• Utilize previous experience in scaling manufacturing operations from zero to volume production.
• Conduct Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews with cross-functional teams.
• Implement all assembly instructions
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities between R&D and pilot to volume manufacturing.
• Evaluate, select, and procure manufacturing equipment to support production needs.
• Collaborate with design teams to provide manufacturing reviews for new product designs, ensuring manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and refine assembly instructions, providing clear guidance for production teams.
• Own and manage manufacturing processes, ensuring adherence to quality standards and production schedules.

The Candidate

We’re looking for individuals with the following traits, skills, and experiences:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field).
• Proven experience in a manufacturing engineering role, with a focus on scaling operations.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, including material handling, lean manufacturing, and process optimization.
• Experience with battery energy storage systems or similar complex electromechanical products is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to select and implement manufacturing equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving manufacturing challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Start-up experience is highly desirable.

• Experience with lithium-ion battery systems and battery management systems (BMS).
• Knowledge of safety and compliance standards for batteries and energy storage, such as UL1973 or UL9540.

Why join us?

• Be part of a mission-driven company focused on creating sustainable energy solutions and making a positive impact on the world.
• Collaborate closely with passionate co-founders and a team committed to innovation and excellence.
• Contribute to building and scaling a company from the ground up, where your work will have a direct and meaningful impact.
• Enjoy a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow.
• Thrive in a workplace that values collaboration, wellness, and celebrating successes, with regular company socials, fitness sessions, and more.

About Moment Energy

Moment Energy is a cleantech startup with a team of passionate innovators revolutionizing the energy storage industry. Founded by four tech entrepreneurs, our mission is to provide worldwide access to clean, reliable, and affordable power. How do we do it? By repurposing retired electric vehicle batteries into state-of-the-art battery energy storage systems, giving these powerful resources a second life and a lasting impact.

Our vision goes beyond sustainability; it’s about driving meaningful change. As one of the Top 100 Global Cleantech Companies of 2023, we’ve forged relationships with automakers like Mercedes-Benz Energy and Nissan North America to accelerate the global transition to a greener future. With Series A funding secured and support from the U.S. Department of Energy to build a gigafactory, we’re on the cusp of scaling our groundbreaking solutions to redefine the energy landscape and create a cleaner, brighter tomorrow.

We're a fast-paced and dynamic team.

Every day you'll be taking on a new challenge and learning something new. You'll take on a wide breadth of tasks and contribute to disrupting the battery industry. You'll be part of a tight-knit team that is working together to save the planet! Fun, health, and wellness are incorporated into our daily schedule and we encourage all our team members to bring innovative ideas to the table to create an interactive workplace.  

You’ll love this role if you...

• Are passionate about the environment and are excited to build sustainable solutions for the cleantech industry!  
• Are a self-starter, active learner, and want to make a positive impact on the world.  
• Believe in the vision of what we're doing at Moment Energy.
• Love building and nurturing high-performing teams. 
• Have helped grow and build an amazing culture at a fast-paced startup.

Our Commitments

Moment Energy is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, including our work environment. We especially welcome applications from Indigenous peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

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Our Values

We’re Building a Greener Future Together: 

We infuse passion for our cleantech mission into every aspect of our work and incorporate fun into the workplace. We motivate one another, celebrate our successes and embrace eco-friendly practices to reduce our carbon footprint.

We Prioritize our Customer’s Needs: 

We place our customers at the core of everything we do, ensuring that every decision considers their needs and aims to provide increased value to them. We provide reliable support for our customers, every step of the way. 

We’re Open, Honest and Accountable:

We prioritize open and honest communication to foster mutual understanding, strengthen knowledge sharing, and reduce miscommunication within the team. We admit when we’ve made a mistake, and remedy our actions. We transparently communicate outcomes whether good, bad, or unexpected. 

We Think and Act like Owners:

We’re self-starters that proactively embrace new challenges along with personal and collective ownership of responsibilities in the organization. We focus on growth, not titles, and we do what needs to be done.

We Treat Everyone with Respect:

We actively listen, share openly, and work together towards common goals. We treat one another with mutual respect to cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone feels accepted, supported, and heard. We keep an open mind and are willing to learn.