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The Supervisor, Engine Build is a Player-Coach and a hands-on manufacturing leader responsible for both executing and supervising the precision assembly of KARNO™ linear genset engines. This role spends 50–70% of time on the floor actively overseeing the building engines, while also owning daily production coordination, quality discipline, and technician development. This position bridges engineering intent and production reality, ensuring engines are built right the first time while continuously improving repeatability, learning velocity, and scale readiness. Success in this role requires deep mechanical skill, strong situational leadership, and the ability to teach by example.
Job Responsibility:
Hands-On Engine Assembly (Player Role): Oversee and be able to personally perform critical or high-risk engine assembly operations
Serve as the go-to technical expert for complex assemblies and rework
Validate new or revised work instructions through first-article builds
Support engine teardown, inspection, and rebuild following test events
Daily Production Leadership (Coach Role): Lead daily engine build execution aligned to production & test plans and engineering priorities
Assign work based on technician skill level and build risk
Run start-of-shift standups covering safety, quality, cleanliness, build priorities, and updates
Quality & Process Ownership: Own first-time-through build quality at the engine level
Ensure strict adherence to build travelers, work instructions, torque, preload, alignment, and sealing specs
Lead immediate containment for assembly errors, fitment issues, or seal escapes
Drive corrective actions into standard work, tooling, and training
Technician Development & Coaching: Actively train technicians on the floor through side-by-side builds and real-time coaching
Qualify technicians on critical operations and new build steps
Set and reinforce expectations for craftsmanship, documentation, and accountability
Test Feedback & Continuous Improvement: Partner with End of Line (EOL) test and engineering to prepare engines for test and support post-test teardown
Translate test findings into assembly improvements and updated work instructions
Support PFMEA updates and error-proofing implementation
Identify opportunities to improve build cycle time, repeatability, yield, ergonomics, and safety
Requirements:
High school diploma or GED required
Technical certification or trade training preferred
6–10 years of precision mechanical assembly experience
2+ years as a lead technician or working supervisor
Experience in prototype or pilot build environments
Background in one or more of the following: Advanced engines or power systems, Aerospace or pressure systems, High-tolerance electromechanical assemblies
Expert-level hands-on ability in: Precision mechanical assembly, Linear motion and alignment-sensitive builds, Seal installation and verification