Introduction to BlueOval SK

At BlueOval SK, we will lead the transformation of the electric vehicle (EV) battery business through partnership (Joint Venture formed by Ford and SK On) to provide products and processes to increase our customers’ experience. As the future of BlueOval SK, you will help lead the battery revolution by working alongside our teams as we build the batteries required for electric vehicle business excellence.

Ford and SK On are investing billions in Kentucky and Tennessee including building three state-of-the art battery manufacturing facilities between the two campuses at BlueOval City in Tennessee and BlueOval SK Battery Park in Kentucky. These brand-new advanced manufacturing facilities will use Ford’s 100-years of automobile manufacturing expertise and SK On’s 30+ years of electric vehicle battery expertise to become the world’s best battery manufacturer.

The Facilities / Utilities Engineer at BlueOval SK will have a unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be a key member of the start-up team, launching the facility from the ground up.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

Establish and manage annual maintenance / repair plan and budget.Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained.Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems.Request for renovation and issue a purchase order.Manage facility maintenance and repair performanceEstablish and manage annual investment plan and budget.Review facility investment techniques.Review construction drawings and make simple modifications (P&ID, etc.).Write down specifications for a new construction and write down construction documents for public use.Request for new facility’s quotation and issue a construction purchase order.Manage facility investment performance.Review and repair the facility based on the requests received by the system.Manage and revise the facility operation manual.Daily / monthly / quarterly / yearly facility inspection.Identify the cause of the facility abnormalities and review the technologyPrepare the reports of abnormalities to manage the history (if needed).Plan to optimize the operation efficiency.Manage pipe (air, water supply, etc.)Analyze the energy usage trends by each equipment.Identify energy saving potential items by equipment.Manage monthly energy saving performance (operating time applied).Conduct / oversee operational safety inspection (PSV [safety valve], pressure vessel, & static pressure).Create and manage documents on facility required by PSM / ISO.Take appropriate measures to improve facility, and correct non-conformity specified by PSM / ISO.Supervise the mechanical facility construction (due to repair and extension of mechanical facility, or due to change of production line).Perform other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Must possess the ability to analyze and resolve issues quickly through route cause analysis and drive change back to the production departments. Must have the necessary skill set to have job placement flexibility and the expectation to rotate to various positions within the plant such as Production or QualityMust display strong customer orientation with a commitment to upholding plant processes through strict adherence to the Quality Operating System.Must demonstrate the ability to execute to achieve results, while organizing and managing multiple prioritiesMust have the ability to serve as a strong and confident technical mentor to the production organization (both hourly and salary)Must have strong written and verbal communications skillsAbility to support any shift in a 7-day work patternCandidate must be flexible to significant travel during initial plant start-up phaseCandidate must be willing to work remotely and in-person at temporary facilities as needed during initial plant start-up phaseSuccessful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors consisting of outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

Preferred Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering or a related field.Experience: 3-5 years’ experienceExperience with utility equipment preferredGas boiler, NMP-related certification preferredAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Office

About BlueOval SK

At BlueOval SK, we will lead the transformation of the electric vehicle (EV) battery business through partnership (Joint Venture formed by Ford and SK On) to provide products and processes to increase our customers’ experience. As the future of BlueOval SK, you will help lead the battery revolution by working alongside our teams as we build the batteries required for electric vehicle business excellence.  We have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career.

The Opportunity

Ford and SK On are investing billions in Kentucky and Tennessee including building three state-of-the art battery manufacturing facilities between the two campuses at BlueOval City in Tennessee and BlueOval SK Battery Park in Kentucky. These brand-new advanced manufacturing facilities will use Ford’s 100-years of automobile manufacturing expertise and SK On’s 30+ years of electric vehicle battery expertise to become the world’s best battery manufacturer.

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What you’ll receive in return:

As part of the BlueOval SK family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, incentive compensation and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition. If you have what it takes to help us lead the transformation of the EV battery business, we’d love to have you join us.

Benefits Include:

401k plan with retirement planning services401k company matching after completing three months of serviceMedical and prescription drug coverageDental and vision coveragePreventative CareEligibility for great ancillary benefits including: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD), Employee Basic Life and Accidental Death Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and Employee Supplemental Life InsuranceAccess to Paid Time Off (PTO) after completing probationary period and Emergency PTOParental LeaveAccess to Ford Vehicle Discount ProgramClimate-controlled working environmentFor a full list of benefits, visit our website: https://blueovalsk.com/opportunities

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Candidates for positions with BlueOval SK must be legally authorized to work in the United States. BlueOval SK does not sponsor employment VISAs for candidates at this time. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.