The Proterra Story

Communities are growing and evolving, and with that, our transportation needs are changing. Now more than ever, we need smart solutions that provide safer, more reliable and cleaner transit. Every day, Proterra works to meet those needs, with the world’s best-performing zero-emission buses. Our revolutionary battery-electric buses help fleet operators abandon fossil fuels, improve environmental quality and reduce operating costs. Join the Proterra Revolution.

Position Overview

This position will provide comprehensive technical support to Proterra’s Sr. Manufacturing Manager and other site leadership team members. You will be responsible for providing a full range of technical solutions to client groups at the site and be in an environment where you can have a greater impact.

About the Role – You will:

• Under supervision of the Sr. Manufacturing Manager, support for Remanufacturing or repair for all Battery Packs requiring service due to field returns or process defects.
• Rebuild and repair any pack defects generated in-process or from returned packs utilizing torque tools, electrical test equipment, and functional test equipment.
• Actively participle in Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving to determine source of failure from returned packs and in-factory defects.
• Maintain through, detailed documentation of remanufacturing work done utilizing Excel and our Manufacturing Execution System for traceability and to assist cross-functional teams in Root Cause Analysis.
• Interface with engineering and production departments to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Write and develop rework/repair instructions and procedures with support from Design Engineering.
• Maintain daily 5S standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

About Our Group:

** **As strategic partners, the Battery team strives to ensure that our values, culture and engagement always allow us do great things for our company.

• We strive to provide the highest level service and support to our clients each and every day.
• We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and own team.
• We treat each other with respect……and always try to have a little fun every day!
• This position will be part of the Battery team that supports Proterra’s Manufacturing and Engineering operations.
• You will report to the Sr. Manufacturing Manager and collaborate with other Battery team members located at our headquarters in Burlingame, CA and manufacturing facilities in Los Angeles, CA and Greenville, SC.

About You:

• Self-starter 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.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent English communication skills.

Your Experience Includes:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years of experience working with manufacturing
• Through understanding of technical components and processes involved in Battery Pack assembly.
• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering requirements from text to drawings.
• Proven ability to use a variety of tools, precision-measuring instruments and multi-meters
• 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.
• Environmental Demands:
  • 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.

**Travel: **0 - 10%

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)