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Lead Manufacturing Engineering Technician, Battery EngineeringProterra Inc • Burlingame, CA, United States
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Lead Manufacturing Engineering Technician, Battery Engineering

Lead Manufacturing Engineering Technician, Battery Engineering

Proterra Inc • Burlingame, CA, United States
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Lead Manufacturing Engineering Technician, Battery Engineering

Job Category : Engineering

Requisition Number : LEADM004180

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  • Posted : August 20, 2025
  • Full-Time
  • On-site

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Description

Proterra offers a dynamic and supportive workplace where our employees can thrive personally and professionally. With cutting-edge facilities and groundbreaking projects, Proterra offers unique opportunities to grow, collaborate, and lead transformative change in the electrification of heavy-duty transportation and equipment.

Our commitment to innovation extends beyond our battery solutions to our people, where we create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to drive change for the earth. Here at Proterra we strive to foster a culture of inclusivity, valuing diverse perspectives and encouraging bold ideas, allowing our employees to bring their full selves to work. Our employees benefit from competitive total rewards packages, and opportunities to develop professionally.

Position Overview

This position as part of the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME) organization will be responsible for supporting building battery prototypes within the Battery Engineering organization, the design and development of novel manufacturing equipment and processes to develop new battery pack designs. The Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Technician is responsible for working with engineering teams to develop and tune processes. They will also build new equipment and fixtures to specification. The role will include collaboration with both internal and external partners, taking a hands-on role ensuring that the factory can achieve the required capacity of batteries to be used by Proterras customers.

About the Role You will :

  • Lead technician work and operations relates to building and troubleshooting new equipment and manufacturing fixtures, setting up prototype builds, and testing new manufacturing processes.
  • Maintain and uphold high safety standards
  • Support the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team in building complex mechanical and electrical assemblies
  • Support the development of processes and equipment to allow Proterra to build prototypes and prepare battery pack design for production launch
  • Fabricate and / or modify existing prototype components / fixtures
  • Execute Process Studies to help engineers determine best process parameters for a given manufacturing process
  • Work from engineering drawings and specifications to create fixtures and equipment
  • Provide feedback and suggestions to new and / or improved equipment and processes
  • Keep the lab space clean, organized, and equipped with supplies or machines
  • Collaborate with sustaining engineering and maintenance teams to train them on specialty equipment
  • Other duties as assigned by management
  • About Our Group :

  • The Advanced Manufacturing Engineering group seeks to develop innovative new manufacturing processes and automation tools to establish Proterra as a world leader in battery pack manufacturing. It is comprised of several different teams focused on different aspects of battery manufacturing, including process development and automated manufacturing equipment design.
  • This role is part of the larger Battery Technology Team. The Battery Technology Teams work is guided by our team values :
  • INNOVATION : We think of new ideas and take bold action to bring them to life.

  • ADAPTABILITY : We react quickly to our ever-changing environment.
  • CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT : We strive to make our products, services, and processes better.
  • TEAMWORK & COLLABORATION : We work together to solve problems with camaraderie.
  • INCLUSION : We create welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to a diverse work community.
  • SUSTAINABILITY : We change the world through environmentally responsible practices.
  • KINDNESS : We are honest, caring, and respectful with each other.
  • You will report to the Sr Manager, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering within the Battery Engineering Organization and collaborate with other team members located at our R&D headquarters in Burlingame, CA and manufacturing facilities in Greer, SC.
  • About You :

  • Self-starting individual 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.
  • Flexible and open to change
  • Strong time management and organizational skills; proactive and the ability to work with little supervision.
  • Sound judgment and problem-solving skills; challenge assumptions not supported by engineering analysis
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
  • Ability to travel as needed to Proterra and project-related partner sites
  • Ability to travel as needed to Proterra and project-related partner sites
  • Your Experience Includes :

  • Associate degree in related field or at least 8+ years of relevant experience such as :
  • Car mechanic

  • Manufacturing line associate
  • Troubleshooting mechanical / electrical systems
  • Other technical troubleshooting, test or manufacturing environments
  • Experience managing shop operations such as checking in on other technicians' progress, reporting out status updates to management, organizing materials and tools to increase productivity
  • Demonstrated understanding of schematics, assembly drawings, and mechanical drawings
  • Demonstrated knowledge of basic workshop etiquette, provide verbal and written communication across all teams
  • Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office products
  • Proficiency with mechanical fabrication tools such as drill presses, saws, mills, hand tools, etc
  • Physical Demands :
  • May work various shifts as needed; may be requested to travel to different locations.

  • Lifting up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds.
  • Able to walk, stand, crouch, bench, kneel, lift, carry and reach as needed in large and tight spaces.
  • Good eye / hand coordination and ability to identify color variations, depth perceptions and close or distance visual items.
  • Manual dexterity with occasional repetitive finger motion.
  • Ability to work in manufacturing environment with extreme heat and cold conditions.
  • Wear protective clothing or respiratory protective equipment.
  • Works with irritant chemicals, gases, etc.
  • You Might Also Have :

  • Experience as an engineering technician or process
  • Experience with relevant technologies such as sensors, electronics, controls, pneumatics, valves, and mechanisms
  • Electrical and mechanical assembly experience : crimping, cabinet builds, cable routing, soldering
  • Machining and fabrication experience with manual milling machines, welding of steel assemblies
  • Base Location : Burlingame, CA

    Common Travel Locations : Greenville, SC; Vendor Sites

    Travel : 0-20%

    Compensation : $50 / hr - $60 / hr

    Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. There is no immigration sponsorship available for this role (ex : H1-B, OPT, CPT, TN or any other employment sponsorship).

    Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Proterra participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify).

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    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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