• Full-Time
• **Preferred Locations: ** Murfreesboro, TN; Bowling Green, KY; Florence, SC; and other strategically situated areas optimized for travel to our sites.
  
• Hybrid - 2-3 days per week on-site

About AESC US LLC 

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in nearly one million electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S.

AESC Mission

Our mission is to solve the challenges for a sustainable future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.

About the Role

As AESC ramps up new battery manufacturing facilities across the Southeastern United States to meet rising demand from automotive OEM partners, we are expanding our local engineering teams to support smooth plant launches.

As the Manager, Facilities Control Systems Engineer for Global Industrial Development, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Industrial Facility systems. These systems will include Compressed air, Cooling water, Chillers, HVAC, Lighting, Security, Fire Suppression, and Manufacturing equipment. 

We are looking for an automation leader who can direct Engineering Contractors and integrators to develop a fully integrated and automated Facility. 

Your Team

You will be reporting directly to the Controls Engineering Manager of our Global Industrial Development function. You will collaborate closely with a group of dedicated professionals, each contributing their unique skills and expertise to our collective success You will join a growing team of talented individuals in roles such as construction management, construction design experts, product design and process design teams, logistic and plant operation teams, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead, mentor, and collaborate with your colleagues to drive impactful results. Our team values creativity, initiative, and a collaborative spirit, and we look forward to welcoming you to this dynamic work family where your contributions will play a vital role in achieving our common goals.

What You Will Do 

• Direct Contractors: Work with General Contractor and Engineering Design Contractors to evaluate and approve the Facility Control System design. 
• Vendor and Supplier Management: Lead interactions with external suppliers and vendors for Facility Equipment, ensuring the procurement of cutting-edge components.
• Instrumentation: Assist Process engineers with correct selection and placement of Instrumentation including air Particle sensors, Flow, Pressure, and temperature sensors. 
• SCADA/HMI:  Work with the team to develop standard HMI and SCADA designs using Ignition by Inductive Automation.
• Standards: Develop Standard specs and Basis of Design for a fully integrated and Automated Battery Manufacturing Facility
• Controllers: Familiar with different controllers and control systems including PLCs and DDCs. 
• Monitoring/Reporting: Establish and maintain advanced monitoring protocols, including real-time analytics and machine learning to track facility performance, energy Consumption, and predictive maintenance needs.
• Interface with Stakeholders: Engage with internal and external stakeholders to understand requirements, address concerns, and ensure seamless collaboration, fostering strong relationships that contribute to the success of our initiatives.
• Commissioning: Supervise integrators to ensure seamless and on time commissioning of supervisory control systems. Assist with developing commissioning test plans and documentation. Troubleshoot installation discrepancies.