Job Description

Join a highly skilled Vehicle Manufacturing Engineering team focused on advancing battery pack assembly technology across North America and global partners. In this role, you will contribute directly to the development, validation, and optimization of complex manufacturing equipment that supports next-generation mobility. You will work hands-on with cutting-edge automation, collaborate with engineering experts, and play a critical role in ensuring equipment meets rigorous standards for safety, quality, and productivity.

What You'll Do

Support - Production Engineering Vehicle Manufacturing Engineering teams in developing equipment for battery pack assembly. Assist in creating and reviewing equipment specifications to ensure alignment with established standards. Contribute to machine risk assessments and verification processes. Perform Seibi equipment evaluations, confirming mechanical, electrical, and safety design integrity. Validate equipment, conveyors, and logistics hardware, including safety interlocks for cells and zones. Participate in Seibi confirmation activities during vendor buy-offs and full zone trials. Support equipment tuning and adjustments to meet safety, quality, and productivity targets. Travel to vendor sites and manufacturing locations across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Japan as part of project execution.

Requirements

Associate degree in a technical field, completion of a trade program, or 3+ years of relevant hands-on technical experience. At least 2 years of experience with PLC programming using Toyopuc, Allen Bradley, Omron, or Siemens platforms. Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams). Willingness to work up to 25% overtime, including potential 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays depending on project needs. Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% during peak times, including domestic and international trips. Ideally, 3+ years of experience as a Seibi Technician or in a similar equipment-focused technical role.

Top Skills for Success

Strong PLC programming capabilities (Toyopuc, Allen Bradley, Omron, or Siemens). Highly self-motivated with a strong ownership mindset. Comfortable working across diverse teams, adapting to shifting priorities, and managing frequent travel and overtime.

Travel Expectations:

Up to 50% during peak project phases. Typical trips range from 1-2 weeks, with occasional month-long assignments.

Overtime Expectations:

Approximately 25%, including occasional nights and weekends based on project timelines.

Preferred Experience (a plus, but not required)

Experience in manufacturing equipment procurement, installation, or commissioning. Familiarity with Kawasaki or Fanuc industrial robots used for part transfer or automated fastening. Exposure to Keyence or similar vision systems, including setup and integration. Experience working with AMRs/AGVs or AGV traffic control systems.
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Company Overview
ADAPT Technology is a U.S.-based engineering and staffing firm specializing in comprehensive services, including engineering, design, invention, scanning, prototyping, and production manufacturing. We serve a wide array of industries, providing customized solutions from initial concept through to full production.

Job Type: Temp-to-hire

Pay: $33.00 - $41.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance
Application Question(s):

Will you now or in the future require VISA sponsorship? Can you describe a time you supported new equipment--from specification or risk assessment through tuning--and what steps you took to ensure safety, quality, and productivity targets were met? Tell me about a project where you had to work with multiple teams or travel to vendor sites. How did you manage schedules, communication, and unexpected issues during commissioning or trials?
Education:

Associate (Preferred)
Experience:

working with PLC programming: 3 years (Preferred) working with Toyopuc, AB, Omron, or Siemens: 2 years (Preferred) working with mechanical drawings: 1 year (Preferred) working with electrical drawings: 1 year (Preferred) working in Seibi or equipment tuning: 3 years (Preferred) working with equipment commissioning: 2 years (Preferred) working with industrial robots: 1 year (Preferred) working with vision systems: 1 year (Preferred) working with AMRs or AGVs: 1 year (Preferred) working in manufacturing environments: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person