Test Engineer

Fluence, a Siemens and AES company, is the leading global energy storage technology solutions and services company that combines the agility of a fast-growing technology company with the expertise, vision, and financial backing of two industry powerhouses. Building on the pioneering work of AES Energy Storage and Siemens energy storage, Fluence’s goal is to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. The company offers proven energy storage technology solutions designed to address the diverse needs and challenges of customers in a rapidly transforming energy landscape, providing design, delivery, and integration in over 160 countries. Fluence works closely with customers throughout their journey and provides advisory, financing, and project lifecycle services.

Responsibilities

· Develop quality control plans and maintain product specifications for manufacturing operations.

· Executed NPI production ramp up and approval process as per Fluence internal procedures (APQP).

· Develop acceptance criteria for APQP projects and coordinate test run operations on site.

· Perform technical evaluations and reports for NPI test runs, supplier/contract manufacturer audits and root cause investigation support.

· Assist Fluence test engineers in the design and facilitation of manufacturing end of line test plans.

· Support PFMEA reviews for new products with process engineering team and horizontally apply lessons learned back into quality control plans.

· Consult with compliance SMEs and maintain factory certification for contract manufacturing operations.

· Map existing workflows and drive continuous improvement initiatives to standardize and streamline manufacturing processes.

· Work with Fluence operations engineers to identify cost down activities and implement at regional contract manufacturers.

· Develop standard operational procedures for manufacturing assembly processes.

Requirements

· Preferred BS engineering degree or related technical field.

· 3 to 7 years quality manufacturing experience

· Knowledge of ISO standards, management of certification

· Experience in basic SPC principles (automated MFG is a plus)

· Has demonstrated knowledge of continuous improvement, lean, 5S concepts.

· Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Focus Excel), ERP, Quality Management and databases.

· Experience in Six Sigma philosophy

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex,