Production Engineer

<p><span>This is a hands-on role within Alva’s prototyping team, focused on validating new electric motor designs. In this position, you will establish and refine manufacturing methods to support both early-stage validation and the transition to scalable production. Working closely with the research and development team, you will test new materials and technologies to enhance performance and continuously improve our manufacturing processes.</span></p><p></p><div><p><span><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Lead case studies to evaluate and implement new manufacturing methods</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Conduct testing and validation of products during the prototype phase</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to manufacturing processes</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Provide hands-on support to production floor operations</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Perform root cause analysis to identify issues and drive process improvements</span></p></li></ul><p></p></div><div><p><span><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span>2–3 years of experience supporting production or manufacturing in an engineering role</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Proven experience writing technical documentation (e.g., procedures, work instructions)</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Fluency in English or Norwegian</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a reliable and proactive approach</span></p></li></ul><p></p></div><div><p><span><strong>Preferred / Nice-to-Have Experience</strong></span></p></div><div><p><span><em>The following experience is not required, but candidates with these skills are encouraged to apply:</em></span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Experience in high-volume production environments</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Experience handling and preparing epoxies and adhesives</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Experience working in machine shops (e.g., lathes, mills)</span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span>Experience with electro-mechanical systems</span></p></li></ul></div>