AESC is looking to add a Senior Architect to our team.

• Full-Time
• Remote

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 a key member of AESC US LLC, you will be the main point of contact architect on projects for leading the design from inception to completion. 

You will play a crucial role in advancing our mission to lead in full-value-chain battery solutions for a sustainable future. Reporting to [Architecture Lead], you will collaborate with internal clients, stakeholders, manufacture engineers, and external A/E teams to deliver innovative and sustainable design solutions.  Your expertise in architectural technical knowledge, project coordination, and team leadership to drive the success of projects on schedule and under budget. Your work within the GID Architecture team will directly impact our strategic goals and contribute to our position as a global leader in battery technology.

Your Team

You will be reporting directly to the Architecture Lead, who brings expertise in battery manufacturing process and life safety design to ensure designs meet industry standards, building codes, and regulations. You will collaborate closely with a group of dedicated professionals, each contributing their unique skills and expertise to our collective success. Currently, the team consists of 2 talented individuals in roles such as Senior Architect or Senior Architectural Designer, fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment. This close-knit team is known for its agility, technical precision, high caliber manufacturing plant design, and dedication to delivery. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead 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 

• Project Design Phase Coordination:
  • Serve as Architecture SME and as main point of contact on assigned projects for all design-related questions, and provide technical expertise and guidance, from inception through design, construction, and turnover phase.
  • Manage and coordinate architecture projects, ensuring delivery is code compliant, within schedule and quality requirements.
  • Perform production of Space Planning and Architecture Design Standards for Basis of Design.
  • Support data collection of User Groups’ functional requirements, life safety analysis, space planning, including but not limited to HMIS analysis.
  • Review and coordinate all Clean Room Dry Room architecture materials, such as Air Showers, Air Locks, Pass-Thru, Life Safety design and code path, wall partitions, roof assembly, ceiling details, door hardware specs and components, fire-rated through-penetration ULs and details, and applicable project specs for design intent.
  • Support production of Basis of Design content, including specifications, and pertinent drawings.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Perform QAQC review of project interim deliverable packages.
  • Ensure adherence to design standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Stakeholder / Client / Team Coordination:
  • Foster positive and collaborative relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing exceptional customer service.
  • Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams, including cross-disciplined engineers (C/S/MEP/FP/LV), stakeholders, and contractors to drive solutions, develop comprehensive project plans and design strategies.
  • Stakeholder coordination for Space Planning and Data Collection for Space Programming and the development of design standards.  Provide support in the development and maintenance of design standards and guidelines as needed.
  • Participate in project meetings, presentations, and progress reports, effectively communicating project status, issues, and recommendations.
• Construction Administration:
  • Conduct project site visits as required for monitoring progress, quality, adherence to design standards.
  • Perform Punch List field walks as required, including door hardware for every single door.
  • Perform job site walks during construction and produce field reports for the team.
  • Provide oversight, address, and resolve construction-related issues and change orders as required, making informed decisions that balance design intent, cost implications, and project goals.

What We Offer 

Welcome to our state-of-the-art Gigafactory, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary and a rewarding AESC bonus program. In addition, we provide a range of valuable benefits, such as 401K, and health insurance. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission of changing the world.

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Process 

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, if you believe this role suits you well, we encourage you to apply. Your application gives us the opportunity to learn more about you and explore potential fits within our team.

Following the submission of your application, we are committed to providing timely responses to all applicants, though response times may vary depending on the volume of submissions. If you do not receive an immediate response, please rest assured that this in no way reflects on the quality of your candidacy. Your application will be retained in our files, and we may reach out to you for future roles that align with your skills and interests. As our organization experiences rapid growth, we appreciate your patience in this process. We are actively working each day to enhance our application procedures to ensure a smoother and more efficient experience for all applicants. Thank you for your understanding and enthusiasm for joining our dynamic team.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future. 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.
• Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Travel

Occasional domestic and international travel required.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace. 

What You Need

• Bachelor of Architecture Degree.
• Architecture Licensure required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in construction documentation utilizing Revit.  
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in construction of Type I and Type II Construction Types highly preferred, with experience in Construction Administration (CA) phase (RFIs, field reports, and shop drawings/submittals review.)
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in high hazard (H) Occupancy group required.
• Experience utilizing Bluebeam and Navisworks on project coordination with multi-disciplinary team comprised of C/MEP/S/Fire Protection / Process Piping/Low Voltage and Manufacturing engineering team.
• Knowledge of the following:
  • Various codes (IBC, ADA, NFPAs, etc.)
  • CSI specifications coordination
  • Door hardware components for specification (CSI specs)
  • Sustainable design principles and Green Building code
• Proficiency in Bluebeam, Sketch Up, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneNote, CAD, Navisworks.
• Ability to read and decipher technical reports, Code Analysis report, geotechnical, environmental, and all drawing disciplines.
• Excellent time management, effective communication in both verbal and written, and strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Understands and follows all standards of IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)
• Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)

What is “Nice to Have”?

• Clean Room experience strongly preferred.
• Manufacturing or Industrial building type experience preferred.