Automotive Launch Engineer - Battery Assembly
CV-LibraryWolverhampton, West Midlands (County)permanentPosted: 29 May 2026
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We are seeking a highly motivated Automotive Launch Engineer to join our team and lead the successful launch of battery assembly processes for next-generation electric vehicles. This role is critical in ensuring smooth industrialization, quality, and efficiency during new product introductions and production ramp-up.
Key Responsibilities
* Launch Planning & Execution: Drive the launch of battery assembly lines, ensuring readiness for SOP (Start of Production).
* Process Development: Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to develop robust assembly processes for battery modules and packs.
* Equipment & Tooling: Oversee installation, commissioning, and validation of assembly equipment and tooling.
* Quality Assurance: Implement and monitor quality standards to meet automotive and safety requirements.
* Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the liaison between engineering, operations, and suppliers to resolve technical issues and maintain timelines.
* Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction during launch and beyond.
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* Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience).
* Proven experience in automotive manufacturing, preferably in battery assembly or EV components.
* Strong knowledge of launch processes, PFMEA, control plans, and lean manufacturing principles.
* Excellent problem-solving and project management skills.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
We are seeking a highly motivated Automotive Launch Engineer to join our team and lead the successful launch of battery assembly processes for next-generation electric vehicles. This role is critical in ensuring smooth industrialization, quality, and efficiency during new product introductions and production ramp-up.
Key Responsibilities
* Launch Planning & Execution: Drive the launch of battery assembly lines, ensuring readiness for SOP (Start of Production).
* Process Development: Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to develop robust assembly processes for battery modules and packs.
* Equipment & Tooling: Oversee installation, commissioning, and validation of assembly equipment and tooling.
* Quality Assurance: Implement and monitor quality standards to meet automotive and safety requirements.
* Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the liaison between engineering, operations, and suppliers to resolve technical issues and maintain timelines.
* Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction during launch and beyond.
17
Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience).
* Proven experience in automotive manufacturing, preferably in battery assembly or EV components.
* Strong knowledge of launch processes, PFMEA, control plans, and lean manufacturing principles.
* Excellent problem-solving and project management skills.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment