Full-Time

Maintenance Technician

AESC

AESC

Global manufacturer of EV lithium-ion batteries

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Smyrna, TN, USA

In Person

Associate's

Category
General Maintenance & Repair (1)
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
PLC
Robotics
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Microsoft Outlook
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

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Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • An associate degree in industrial maintenance technology, mechatronics, machine tool technology, or a related field is highly preferred.
  • At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience is required, within the stated 2–5 year range, including at least 2 years working with programmable logic controllers.
  • Strong experience troubleshooting and maintaining complex machinery, including robotics, electrical systems, and hydraulic and pneumatic components.
  • Proficiency with programmable logic controller programming, modification, and troubleshooting is required; Omron and Siemens experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of robotics, including troubleshooting, teaching paths, and understanding mechanical operations.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics and blueprints.
  • Strong computer skills with Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, plus the ability to learn and use maintenance software tools.
  • Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and familiarity with safety standards and procedures.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to understand and follow IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards.
  • Ability to understand and follow ISO 14001 environmental standards.
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, frequent hand and arm use, and occasional lifting, pushing, pulling, or moving up to 35 pounds.
  • Successful completion of a drug screen and background check is required.
  • U.S. work authorization is required, as employment authorization is verified through Form I-9 and E-Verify.
Responsibilities
  • Perform preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance on production-related equipment.
  • Respond safely and efficiently to equipment and machinery maintenance and repair needs.
  • Follow all safety programs, policies, guidelines, standard operating procedures, work instructions, and department processes.
  • Coordinate and schedule equipment repairs with the area supervisor.
  • Communicate equipment repair schedules to affected employees in the work area.
  • Troubleshoot, plan, and execute repairs.
  • Locate, identify, and prepare the parts needed to complete repairs.
  • Write detailed preventative maintenance procedures and develop preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Document all repairs thoroughly and use and participate in the computerized maintenance management system.
  • Perform static and dynamic equipment inspections.
  • Assist with new equipment installation and existing equipment moves.
  • Assist engineering with major projects and machine overhauls.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area using the 5S system.
  • Act as the maintenance team's emergency coordinator by responding immediately to workplace accidents involving tools and equipment.
Desired Qualifications
  • An associate degree in industrial maintenance technology, mechatronics, machine tool technology, or a related field is highly preferred.
  • Experience with Omron and Siemens programmable logic controllers is preferred.
  • Military service may be accepted in lieu of secondary education, specific certifications, or equivalent experience.

AESC makes lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage, developing, manufacturing, and selling power batteries to major automakers and storage providers with a global, local-for-local manufacturing network. Its products include LFP and NCM chemistries in pouch, prismatic, and cylindrical formats, with Gen5 using NCM 811 to boost energy density, charging speed, and range; large-format cells are being prepared for grid storage as well. The company differentiates itself through its worldwide manufacturing footprint, breadth of chemistries and formats, a track record of mass production since 2010 (including Nissan LEAF batteries), and a strong focus on safety and reliability. Its goal is to deliver dependable, high-performance battery solutions that support zero-emission mobility and scalable grid-scale storage for leading automakers and energy providers.

Company Size

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Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$1.6B

Headquarters

Yokohama, Japan

Founded

2007

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What believers are saying

  • BMW still expects Woodruff battery production in 2026, preserving AESC demand.
  • AESC's June 2026 battery-passport validation opens EU energy-storage sales before February 2027.
  • Hong Kong IPO talks in April 2026 signal fresh capital for expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Clayco sued AESC Florence on July 14, 2026 for over $26 million.
  • AESC paused South Carolina construction in June 2025, stalling 1,600 promised jobs.
  • Battery-passport compliance and plant delays threaten AESC's IPO story and customer confidence.

What makes AESC unique

  • AESC supplies BMW and Nissan cells, backed by Envision Group and GIC.
  • Its battery passport validation with DENSO, June 2026, strengthens EU compliance readiness.
  • AESC's local-for-local factory network spans Japan, US, UK, France, Spain, China.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

PR Newswire
Jun 30th, 2026
DENSO and TÜV Rheinland Japan validate battery passport for AESC energy storage products ahead of EU mandate

DENSO and TÜV Rheinland Japan have validated a battery passport for AESC Group's energy storage products using actual data, confirming its compliance with the EU Battery Regulation ahead of the February 2027 mandate. DENSO provided the technological foundation for generating and managing battery passports, which enables access to battery information via QR codes whilst maintaining data security. TÜV Rheinland Japan, acting as an independent certification body, verified the system's regulatory compliance and data reliability based on EU standards. AESC supplied data from its existing energy storage systems business and has implemented sustainability measures across its supply chain, including battery recycling frameworks. The validation confirmed the solution's practicality for real-world business integration. The companies will now expand their efforts to include AESC's automotive batteries for broader market implementation.

Bloomberg
Apr 17th, 2026
GIC-Backed Envision AESC Is Said to Mull Up to $2 Billion HK IPO

Envision AESC, a major global manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems, is considering an initial public offering in Hong Kong as soon as this year, according to people familiar with the situation.

Yahoo Finance
May 9th, 2025
Envision AESC secures £1bn for Sunderland gigafactory

Japan-owned AESC has secured £1 billion to build a second electric car battery gigafactory in Sunderland, UK. The funding, backed by the UK government, includes £680 million in financial guarantees from state bodies and £320 million from private financing and new equity. The plant will supply Nissan's nearby factory and employ over 1,000 people. Chancellor Rachel Reeves stated the deal will enhance the resilience and growth of British industries.

Ville de Montréal
Mar 22nd, 2024
Envision AESC To Invest $810 Million In Battery Factory For BMW's Neue Klasse EVs

Envision AESC to invest $810 million in battery factory for BMW's Neue Klasse EVs.

Qingdao ClearCrest Innovations Co.,Ltd
Nov 19th, 2023
AESC kicks off construction of battery plant in South Carolina

AESC kicks off construction of battery plant in South Carolina.