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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 26, 2026.

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Saft is a French battery manufacturer headquartered in Levallois-Perret that designs and produces advanced batteries and battery systems for industry, energy storage, rail, aviation, space, defense, telecom and IoT applications. Founded in 1918 and a wholly owned subsidiary of TotalEnergies since 2016, it has more than 4,300 employees in 19 countries, 16 production sites and over 3,000 customers, with US plants in Jacksonville, Valdosta, Cockeysville and Valdese. It hires electrical, mechanical, battery systems, process and manufacturing engineers, production supervisors and managers, maintenance and controls technicians, machine operators, buyers and supply chain staff.

All About You

As a Manufacturing/Automation Engineer, Level 1, you are a professional who is responsible for designing, implementing, and reviewing the procedures involved in manufacturing processes. The duties include researching automation techniques to maximize the efficiency of production lines. Support the manufacturing activities with assistance in the areas of product flow, tooling and fixtures. You will also take into account how manufacturing processes impact the environment. You may design machines and equipment and obtain required certifications (e.g., laser, X-ray). Implement efficiencies and ergonomic improvements.

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering (or related field)
  • 1-4 years in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering in a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods and tool design
  • Commitment to health and safety standards and environmental regulations
  • Well-versed in relevant software (e.g., SolidWorks, MS Office)
  • Project management skills
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Teamwork skills
  • Maybe required to work overtime or off shift hours
  • Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Evaluating manufacturing processes
  • Developing effective automated and non-automated systems
  • Design and install equipment.
  • Resolve issues and delays in production.
  • May lead automation projects.
  • Provide technical support for manufacturing in order to ensure maximum throughput, efficiency and quality
  • Assist in the development of new products in order to ensure their ability to be manufactured efficiently.
  • Manage improvement projects in order to reduce costs and improve product quality
  • Support the maintenance department on technical issues in order to decrease downtime and increase production efficiency through timely maintenance
  • Train staff in new and existing processes
  • Collaborate with other engineers, contractors and suppliers.
  • Ensure that manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations.

What We Offer

Whether you are just getting started or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package to include generous compensation based on market standards, healthcare, wellness, adoption assistance, discounted stock purchase, career development and recognition programs. Some of our superior benefits include parental (maternal and paternal) leave, 401K retirement contribution match at 7%, educational assistance (tuition reimbursement), Short-term Disability (STD), paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid employee referral award.

We appreciate diverse skills/experience and yours could add immense value to our team. Our customers have varied backgrounds and so do our employees. If you are excited about leaving your footprint on our technical customer-centric solutions while increasing sales, we would love to hear from you.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, and genetic information. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

About Us

Saft is a global battery company like no other! Our long experience and pioneering spirit, combined with our unique industrial approach, puts us in a leading position to meet the needs of the most demanding customers. Our batteries and battery systems make a different in every market sector they serve.

Established in 19 countries and supported by our 16 production sites, Saft has more than 4,300 employees around the world and more than 3,000 customers across a range of industries.

Since 2016, Saft is a wholly owned subsidiary of TotalEnergies, a global integrated energy company that produces and markets various forms of energy, including oil, biofuels, natural gas, green gases, renewables, and electricity. With 100,000 employees, TotalEnergies is committed to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to as many people as possible. The company operates in approximately 120 countries and places sustainability at the core of its strategy, projects, and operations.

Salary Range

USD $0.00 - USD $0.00 /Yr.
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