Company Description

The Company

Crown Electrokinetics (Nasdaq: CRKN) is a smart glass technology company and the creator of DynamicTint - We Make Your Glass Smarter™. Originally invented by Hewlett-Packard (HP, Inc.), our technology allows any glass surface to transition between clear and dark in seconds, with applications to a wide array of windows, including commercial buildings, automotive sunroofs, and residential skylights. At the core of our technology is a thin film that is powered by electrically charged pigment which not only replaces common window tints but is also a more sustainable alternative to traditional window treatments. With its unique ability to be retrofitted to existing glass, DynamicTint™ offers a myriad of benefits related to reducing carbon emissions. The company is supported by a robust patent portfolio.

Crown is a culture-driven company that rewards initiative and allows for growth and autonomy. We encourage and reward free thinking. Deeply passionate about technology that helps the world reduce carbon emissions, we are an inclusive team that is looking to add skill sets in all areas of the Company. 

Job Description

The Opportunity

Crown Electrokinetics has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing engineer who will design and develop equipment and processes for manufacturing Crown’s smart window film, DynamicTint™. Our pigment-based film, called DynamicTint™, allows a glass surface to transition between clear and dark in seconds. This technology lowers energy consumption by controlling the amount of light, and therefore heat, that enters a room, which reduces the need for HVAC and lighting during the day. DynamicTint™ is powered by solar strips, further reducing carbon emissions. Additionally, DynamicTint™ retrofits existing glass, eliminating the need to replace and install new windows.

The Manufacturing Engineer will lead the development of roll-to-roll manufacturing and processes to produce large-area smart window film. This is an exciting opportunity where you will work with a blank piece of paper to set up a manufacturing operation from the ground up, implementing processes and significantly impacting our manufacturing practice.

 What You Will Do

• Support startup manufacturing operation by sourcing equipment and working with supplier on delivery, holding them accountable on completion dates
• Manage contractor installation of the equipment and ensure install deadlines are met
• Place equipment to optimize production flow
• Constantly make changes to the process using data to support the change
• Train production on new equipment
• Create SOPs for production and quality use
• Generate daily production throughput metrics
• Support production associates in day-to-day operations
• Support continuous improvement program
• Keep alignment with Quality and Production in day-to-day operations
• You will be working with every moving part in the manufacturing process
• Work with install team in the field and relay issues or opportunities back to manufacturing operations
• Support our supply chain team to ensure we do not run out of raw materials
• Perform Safety audits on a monthly basis

Qualifications

Your Qualifications 

• Demonstrated experience with automated equipment and process development for assembly processes
• Strong technical problem-solving skills in complex systems involving materials and mechanical interactions
• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing quality systems and process improvement, knowledge of DOE and other statistical methods
• Experience with computer-aided design and modeling tools
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to perform in a dynamic and collaborative working environment
• Lean manufacturing experience
• Continuous improvement minded.
• Hands on Manufacturing Engineer
• Ability to manage small teams
• Project management experience with new equipment installs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• B.S. Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering or related technical degree or equivalent
• 3 years of engineering experience

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing and delivery of process equipment for new products and technologies
• Experience with micron-scale precision manufacturing, polymers and electro-optical materials
• Experience in operations management
• Experience in supplier development, contract manufacturing
• Knowledge of financial analysis and cost management
• M.S. Degree in Engineering or Business
• 7 years experience

Additional Information

The Crown Advantage

• Competitive compensation equity
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Unlimited PTO policy
• Paid holidays
• 401k
• The opportunity to scale, transform, and grow

Crown is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.